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HN08 FEF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

77,424 mi
Last recorded77,424 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 FEF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 77,424 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 77,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 71,700 miles

both front lower wishbone arms rear bushes starting to wear

Fail 15 Jun 2017 71,700 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

both front lower wishbone arms rear bushes starting to wear

Pass 11 Nov 2015 71,540 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 64,605 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 64,602 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 51,314 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 51,314 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2012 40,179 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 27,569 miles

Front tyres perished and worn.

Rear tyres perished.

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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HN08 FEF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HN08 FEF, 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 HN08 FEF registered?

HN08 FEF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is HN08 FEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN08 FEF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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