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HW08 GHD

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,536 mi
Last recorded29,536 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 GHD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 29,536 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 28,313 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 26,546 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 26,069 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 25,079 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 25,079 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 23,211 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 21,311 miles

Offside Rear tyre advance perishing in tread 165/60/14

Pass 27 Aug 2015 19,203 miles

Contingency test C579B30D

Fail 13 Jun 2014 16,120 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 16,120 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 13,119 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 9,302 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 6,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2011 6,022 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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HW08 GHD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HW08 GHD, 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 HW08 GHD registered?

HW08 GHD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HW08 GHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW08 GHD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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