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HG58 BWM

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,271 mi
Last recorded119,271 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG58 BWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 119,271 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 93,229 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 65,918 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 38,720 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

dual control linkage to vehicle brake pedal loose

Pass 21 Jun 2018 15,628 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 15,582 miles

corrosion starting on lower drivers door, parts of floorand inner rear sills

Pass 26 Sep 2016 14,998 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 14,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 13,464 miles

All tyres on vehicle are over seven years old and are starting to degrade

Nearside Front Tyre is perished with cuts starting to appear in the tread pattern

Offside Front Tyre is perished with cuts starting to appear in the tread pattern

oil leak from gearbox

Fail 17 Sep 2015 13,464 miles

All tyres on vehicle are over seven years old and are starting to degrade

Nearside Front Tyre is perished with cuts starting to appear in the tread pattern

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre is perished with cuts starting to appear in the tread pattern

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 12 Sep 2014 11,958 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 11,958 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 10,029 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 8,068 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 5,999 miles

gearbox case leaking

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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HG58 BWM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HG58 BWM, 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 HG58 BWM registered?

HG58 BWM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is HG58 BWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG58 BWM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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