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HG08 ZGJ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

135,433 mi
Last recorded135,433 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 ZGJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Jan 2019 135,433 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 119,740 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 119,740 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 109,824 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 104,685 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 99,208 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 83,642 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 83,642 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 69,362 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 69,362 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 50,319 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 50,319 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 ZGJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 ZGJ, 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

How do I check the history of HG08 ZGJ?

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What year was HG08 ZGJ registered?

HG08 ZGJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is HG08 ZGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 ZGJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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