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HT57 FDF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,063 mi
Last recorded59,063 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT57 FDF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 59,063 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 49,587 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2016 49,587 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 43,557 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 43,534 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished.

Small chips in windscreen.

Pass 13 Oct 2014 40,219 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 36,185 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 28 Jan 2014 36,185 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

front disc's worn

handbrake travel getting long recommend inspection

Pass 2 Feb 2013 32,319 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear tyres perished

Fail 2 Feb 2013 32,319 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Feb 2012 27,938 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front brake discs worn but not seriously weakened

nearside mirror glass damaged

Pass 24 Jan 2011 21,058 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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 FDF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc 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 FDF, 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 FDF registered?

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

Is HT57 FDF safe to buy?

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