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HV08 XUE

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,413 mi
Last recorded74,413 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 XUE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 74,413 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 74,413 miles

Front Steering locking device missing NS + OS track rod end castle nuts split pins missing (2.1.3 (d))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NS + OS (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 66,863 miles

Oil leak gear box end ()

Pass 25 Jul 2016 51,848 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 27 Jul 2015 40,892 miles

Nearside Rear nail

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 27,801 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 27,798 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 13,702 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 8,671 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 7,092 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 XUE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green 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 XUE, 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 XUE registered?

HV08 XUE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is HV08 XUE safe to buy?

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