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HV58 XRJ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,015 mi
Last recorded73,015 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 XRJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2018 73,015 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer door seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer door seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

fuel filler cap corroded

rust on under side of car

front brakes in poor condition

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust rusty

Pass 30 Mar 2017 70,251 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside door sill slight corrosion

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2016 66,603 miles

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

child seat fitted to offside rear

Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,584 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2013 59,950 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2012 54,556 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Nov 2012 54,554 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2011 38,719 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 30 Sep 2011 38,719 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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HV58 XRJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HV58 XRJ, 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 XRJ registered?

HV58 XRJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is HV58 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 XRJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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