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HK08 KNM

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

99,771 mi
Last recorded99,771 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 KNM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 99,771 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 99,770 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 63,122 miles

corrosion on n's o/s front sub frame mounting point

Fail 23 Apr 2018 63,122 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened very corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

corrosion on n's o/s front sub frame mounting point

Pass 17 Jun 2017 58,139 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 50,946 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 44,730 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 May 2015 44,730 miles

Oil leak

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 17 May 2014 37,899 miles

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

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

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

front tyres wearing low inner edges

front wipers smear slightly

Pass 17 May 2014 37,899 miles

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

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

front tyres wearing low inner edges

front wipers smear slightly

Pass 18 May 2013 28,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 18 May 2013 28,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

brake fluid level low

Pass 26 May 2012 19,473 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 14,703 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 KNM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 HK08 KNM, 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 KNM registered?

HK08 KNM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 June 2008.

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