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HT57 HMV

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,009 mi
Last recorded44,009 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT57 HMV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 44,009 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 44,003 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 32,610 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 32,569 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 22,398 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2020 22,350 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour lens is missing (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 19,772 miles

engine coolant level is low.

nearside and offside front tyres have worn bald on their edges.

nearside front road wheel is damaged, it is strongly advised that it is repaired or replaced.

Fail 21 Jan 2019 19,772 miles

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

engine coolant level is low.

nearside and offside front tyres have worn bald on their edges.

nearside front road wheel is damaged, it is strongly advised that it is repaired or replaced.

Pass 29 Jan 2018 16,500 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Spare tyre defective ()

coolant level low

offside wiper smeary

Pass 7 Feb 2017 13,805 miles

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead. (3.3.A.2)

clutch master cylinder supply pipe has a misting of fluid.

Pass 21 Jan 2016 11,247 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 9,304 miles

STRONG ADVISE: All 4 tyres very heavily perished (165/65/13t)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 7,279 miles

all tyres cracking up

Pass 22 Jan 2013 5,109 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 4,222 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 3,548 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 HMV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HMV, 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 HMV registered?

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

Is HT57 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT57 HMV shows 16 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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