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HN08 HJZ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,101 mi
Last recorded19,101 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2020 19,101 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2019 11,321 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 11,187 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 11,187 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 10,867 miles

Offside Headlamp aim on low limit will not adjust to high position . Recommend removal of headlamp to investigate (may require replacement lamp )

Fail 12 Apr 2017 10,867 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low Also bumper moulding insecure advise (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 10,269 miles

Nearside Headlight has water ingress recommend replacement

Oil filter rusty recommend service

Underside of vehicle has light corrosion recommend waxoyl treatment to preserve

Fail 30 Mar 2015 9,581 miles

Nearside Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

corrosion on underside of vehicle recommend waxoil treatment.

offside front brake flexi hose out of alignment. recommend adjustment

Pass 30 Mar 2015 9,581 miles

Nearside Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

corrosion on underside of vehicle recommend waxoil treatment.

offside front brake flexi hose out of alignment. recommend adjustment

Pass 9 Apr 2014 8,835 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 8,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 7,987 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 6,912 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 5,865 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 5,865 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 HJZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HJZ, 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 HJZ registered?

HN08 HJZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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