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HV08 EHW

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

79,724 mi
Last recorded79,724 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 EHW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 79,724 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 79,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 78,851 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 78,849 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 76,304 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 76,302 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 70,111 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 70,111 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened uneven wear to inner edges both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm/3mm/1.6mm 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 67,233 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 59,389 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 54,032 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 50,478 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 46,484 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 42,621 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 37,341 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 33,760 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 30,274 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 26,144 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 19,836 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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HV08 EHW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HV08 EHW, 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 HV08 EHW registered?

HV08 EHW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HV08 EHW safe to buy?

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