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HK08 KPJ

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,925 mi
Last recorded91,925 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 KPJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 91,925 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear offside/nearside inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

inner sills slightly corroded

Fail 28 May 2019 91,925 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch/outer panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear offside/nearside inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 31 May 2018 85,991 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced panel/boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 85,991 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced panel/boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 77,627 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread cut

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

starting to rust around fuel filler

Pass 27 May 2016 72,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel arch inner slightly corroded

Pass 22 May 2015 65,239 miles

nearside front tyre wall slightly damaged

Pass 21 May 2014 53,837 miles

nearside front and offside rear slight buckle to inner rims

Pass 18 May 2013 46,884 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 38,722 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 31 May 2011 30,350 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight movement in both rear upper suspension mounts

Fail 28 May 2011 30,348 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight movement in both rear upper suspension mounts

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 KPJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KPJ, 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 KPJ registered?

HK08 KPJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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