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HV08 RXD

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,785 mi
Last recorded56,785 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 RXD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 56,785 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 53,940 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Rear wiper blade not clearing screen

Fail 6 Apr 2018 53,939 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Rear wiper blade not clearing screen

Pass 5 Apr 2017 51,297 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 47,960 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 47,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre punctured

Pass 18 Mar 2015 44,074 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,236 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 36,616 miles

rear tyres wearing uneven

Fail 4 Apr 2013 36,616 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 20 Mar 2012 32,995 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 32,995 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 29,163 miles

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

cut in o/s/f tyre side wall not to cords

slight roughness in n/s/r wheel bearing

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 RXD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,599cc 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 HV08 RXD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV08 RXD registered?

HV08 RXD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HV08 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 RXD 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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