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HJ08 YWZ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,495 mi
Last recorded61,495 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 YWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 61,495 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2024 61,421 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front of outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 3 Holes in outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 52,164 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 50,350 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH NEARSIDE INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 50,350 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

TRACKING REQUIRED

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH NEARSIDE INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 48,773 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 48,771 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, outer sill and inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside front inner arch,nearside rear inner arch, nearside rear inner sill and floor pans (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 47,646 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 45,876 miles

rear tyres are cracking & generally deteriorating

Pass 13 Jul 2018 44,255 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear-most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside rear tyre cracking & generally deteriorating

Fail 12 Jul 2018 44,251 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

nearside rear tyre cracking & generally deteriorating

Pass 5 Jul 2017 41,094 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 39,200 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 36,243 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 31,436 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 27,161 miles

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

front tyres are wearing on inner edges, recommend wheel alignment check

Pass 21 May 2012 22,820 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,647 miles

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

cuts on outer sidewall ofnearside front tyre

hand brake cable support bolt missing nearside rear

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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HJ08 YWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HJ08 YWZ, 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 HJ08 YWZ registered?

HJ08 YWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HJ08 YWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 YWZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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