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HV08 XUZ

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,369 mi
Last recorded47,369 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 47,369 miles

Nearside Front unable to check seatbelt child seat fitted

Number plate digits in 3d effect

Pass 15 Sep 2014 34,825 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 34,744 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 27,539 miles

air bag light on intermitantly

both front tyres have age cracks in side wall

Pass 12 Sep 2012 24,137 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 18,733 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 18,733 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,020 miles

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

rear registration plate cracked

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 XUZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XUZ, 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 XUZ registered?

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

Is HV08 XUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 XUZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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