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HW08 GVR

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,081 mi
Last recorded78,081 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 78,081 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 64,603 miles

Offside Front tyre tread wearing on edges.

Pass 3 May 2017 59,836 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 May 2016 54,836 miles

child seat fitted to n/side rear belt

Fail 10 May 2016 54,836 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

child seat fitted to n/side rear belt

Pass 1 Jun 2015 52,707 miles

both rear tyres worn on their inner shoulders

offside front tyre perished/cracked

Pass 10 Jul 2014 50,068 miles

both rear tyres worn on their inner shoulders

Fail 9 Jul 2014 50,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres worn on their inner shoulders

Pass 8 Jul 2013 44,964 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 44,964 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 36,167 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2011 31,104 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 GVR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GVR, 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 GVR registered?

HW08 GVR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HW08 GVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW08 GVR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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