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HK08 KRE

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,950 mi
Last recorded68,950 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 KRE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 68,950 miles

some corrosion of both rear inner sills / chassis

some corrosion of exhaust system

Fail 21 May 2019 68,942 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

some corrosion of both rear inner sills / chassis

some corrosion of exhaust system

Pass 24 May 2018 61,820 miles

both rear axle beam bushes slightly weak

corrosion appearing to nearside and offside, inner and outer sills front to rear

front brake discs corroded and in poor condition

front brake pads worn low-unable to fully inspect inner pads

nearside front inner wishbone bush perishing

Pass 4 May 2017 56,248 miles

both rear tyres wearing low and perishing

front discs and pads worn low and in poor condition

Fail 4 May 2017 56,247 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres wearing low and perishing

front discs and pads worn low and in poor condition

Pass 16 May 2016 50,174 miles

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Pass 12 May 2015 43,662 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 38,501 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 32,793 miles

front brake discs worn on inner faces

Fail 8 May 2013 32,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

front brake discs worn on inner faces

Pass 16 May 2012 27,212 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 27,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2011 21,738 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 KRE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KRE, 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 KRE registered?

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

Is HK08 KRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 KRE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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