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HV58 YGT

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,196 mi
Last recorded71,196 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 YGT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 71,196 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, All four (5.2.3 (e))

vehicle heavily under sealed

Fail 1 Oct 2025 71,191 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, All four (5.2.3 (e))

vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 28 Sep 2024 60,704 miles

Offside Rear Lamp slighty damaged

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 52,961 miles

Offside Rear Lamp damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 47,534 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 42,506 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 41,204 miles

Both front strut top bushes noisy and tight to turn

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2020 41,204 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill / rear axle mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill / rear axle mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill / seat mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Both front strut top bushes noisy and tight to turn

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 40,723 miles

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting defective silencer bkt corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 37,694 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 35,598 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 34,445 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 30,138 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 25,980 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 21,939 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,875 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 13,740 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 13,740 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 YGT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YGT, 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 YGT registered?

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

Is HV58 YGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 YGT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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