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HN08 GZV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,452 mi
Last recorded73,452 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 GZV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2019 73,452 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Central floor pan/inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating 30% (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Central outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner sill (Rear axle mounting area) (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Outer sill (Rear axle area) (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer edge in several places exposing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing and wearing uneven inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

O/s/f suspension top mount worn

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 25% (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Upper o/s (Chip) (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 65,886 miles

under side of vehicle beginning to deteriorate

Pass 10 Apr 2017 61,035 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 61,035 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 53,575 miles

Front suspension arms, rear bushes starting to de-bond

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre balding on inner edge close to cord

o/s/f suspension top mount worn

Pass 10 Apr 2015 49,198 miles

engine mil light on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear tyre side walls cracked and perished

Pass 10 Apr 2014 42,839 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 36,941 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 36,938 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 31,686 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 23,434 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 23,434 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)

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 GZV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HN08 GZV, 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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HN08 GZV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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