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HT57 AMU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,769 mi
Last recorded93,769 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT57 AMU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 93,769 miles

Rear boot floor damaged slightly

Pass 1 May 2018 86,234 miles

Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2017 78,416 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 78,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 72,607 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 65,293 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 65,293 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 55,868 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 45,330 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 33,965 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 33,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 23,921 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 AMU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AMU, 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 AMU registered?

HT57 AMU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is HT57 AMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT57 AMU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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