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HV58 DFY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,919 mi
Last recorded71,919 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 DFY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 71,919 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 66,144 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 59,176 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 50,226 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 50,226 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 45,464 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 42,714 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 36,982 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 33,022 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 27,162 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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HV58 DFY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HV58 DFY, 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 HV58 DFY registered?

HV58 DFY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is HV58 DFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 DFY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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