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HV08 KFP

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

27,864 mi
Last recorded27,864 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 27,864 miles

Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 27,821 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (marked to highlight) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (marked to highlight) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 21,553 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT SHOCK AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT SHOCK AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 21,486 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT SHOCK AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT SHOCK AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 17,892 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 17,525 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 17,210 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 16,569 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 15,866 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 15,863 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 15,226 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 14,487 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 13,243 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 13,243 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre perished in tread

Pass 11 Mar 2014 12,124 miles

slight play in nearside front top suspension mounting

Fail 12 Mar 2013 10,886 miles

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2013 10,886 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2012 9,604 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2011 8,117 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 KFP 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 73.7%.

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 KFP, 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 KFP registered?

HV08 KFP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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