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HG08 PYV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,265 mi
Last recorded81,265 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 PYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 81,265 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 75,760 miles

Both inner and outer sills rusty.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes have increase decrease.

Vehicle generally getting rusty throughout.

Fail 2 Mar 2021 75,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Both inner and outer sills rusty.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes have increase decrease.

Vehicle generally getting rusty throughout.

Pass 4 Mar 2020 73,573 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced trailing arm mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced trailing arm monting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 70,416 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 59,634 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 May 2018 59,634 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2017 42,062 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 41,489 miles

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 39,972 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 37,982 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 35,947 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 34,022 miles

Both rear tyres are slightly perrished.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 31,956 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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HG08 PYV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG08 PYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG08 PYV registered?

HG08 PYV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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