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HG08 ZFB

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,713 mi
Last recorded98,713 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 ZFB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 98,713 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 95,313 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 May 2016 95,313 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 83,038 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 66,041 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 66,041 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2013 48,318 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 32,694 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 May 2012 32,694 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 21,619 miles

both front wiper blades poor

near side front lower arm front and rear bushes perishing and coming unbonded

off side front tyre worn unevenly

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 ZFB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZFB, 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.

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What year was HG08 ZFB registered?

HG08 ZFB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 June 2008.

Is HG08 ZFB safe to buy?

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