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HK57 WXG

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,990 mi
Last recorded34,990 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 WXG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2014 34,990 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are perished

Pass 24 Apr 2014 34,990 miles

both rear tyres are perished

Pass 25 Apr 2013 32,309 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 32,309 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

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

r/h/f binding

Pass 13 Jan 2012 30,636 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 22,677 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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HK57 WXG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HK57 WXG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HK57 WXG?

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What year was HK57 WXG registered?

HK57 WXG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is HK57 WXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 WXG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK57 WXG have outstanding finance?

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