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HV08 UXH

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,014 mi
Last recorded68,014 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 UXH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 68,014 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 58,678 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jul 2017 58,678 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 58,349 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 47,991 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 38,571 miles

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

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 2 Apr 2013 32,799 miles

Front Brake Discs Worn and lipped

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 28,288 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2011 24,914 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 24,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UXH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UXH, 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 UXH registered?

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

Is HV08 UXH safe to buy?

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