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HK08 CYV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,332 mi
Last recorded78,332 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 CYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 78,332 miles

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

Offside Front 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre inner edge ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 73,011 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 73,011 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 67,022 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush coming unbonded (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 61,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread worn low

Nearside Rear Tyre tread worn low

Offside Front Tyre tread worn low

Fail 12 Sep 2016 61,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread worn low

Nearside Rear Tyre tread worn low

Offside Front Tyre tread worn low

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 55,112 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2015 55,111 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 43,753 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 34,539 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 23,978 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 20,084 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 13,979 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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HK08 CYV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HK08 CYV, 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 HK08 CYV registered?

HK08 CYV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is HK08 CYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 CYV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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