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HT57 FDD

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,888 mi
Last recorded91,888 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT57 FDD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 91,888 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 91,293 miles

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 90,679 miles

corrosion on o/s outer sill panel

exhaust system corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2016 87,970 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 87,822 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 82,486 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 76,132 miles

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)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 76,132 miles

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 3 Jan 2013 67,431 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 67,431 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 61,613 miles

Both front tyres worn on inside shoulders

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 54,461 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

front brake discs worn

spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 12 Jan 2011 54,461 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

front brake discs worn

spare wheel carrier loose

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 FDD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FDD, 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 FDD registered?

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

Is HT57 FDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT57 FDD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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