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HV58 YGE

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

8,516 mi
Last recorded8,516 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 YGE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 8,516 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 7,989 miles

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Areas of corrosion to floorpan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 7,440 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 7,043 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 6,693 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 6,691 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 6,244 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 5,699 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 5,225 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 4,768 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 4,264 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 3,988 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 3,650 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 2,841 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 2,445 miles

Oil level slightly high

Fail 20 Sep 2012 2,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil level slightly high

Pass 23 Sep 2011 1,954 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 YGE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YGE, 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 YGE registered?

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

Is HV58 YGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 YGE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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