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HT57 AFX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

64,672 mi
Last recorded64,672 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT57 AFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2018 64,672 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis close to spring /subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill close to lower subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill close to trailing arm/ rear axel mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill trailing arm/ rear axel mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis close to spring /subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front while engine running, a loud grinding noise coming from engine ancillary area

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 58,790 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 54,526 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 54,526 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 48,204 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 42,774 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 42,774 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 37,794 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 37,794 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 32,578 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 32,578 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 27,416 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 27,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 22,108 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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HT57 AFX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HT57 AFX, 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 HT57 AFX registered?

HT57 AFX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 January 2008.

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