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HW08 HZL

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,045 mi
Last recorded34,045 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 HZL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 34,045 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 32,017 miles

rear brake hose ferrules are corroded

Fail 20 Jun 2019 32,014 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2018 30,098 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 30,059 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 26,444 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,387 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 23,368 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 20,214 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 18,118 miles

BOTH FRONT WISHBONE ARM REAR BUSHES ARE DETERIORATING BUT NOT RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE MOVEMENT

Fail 19 Jun 2014 18,118 miles

BOTH FRONT WISHBONE ARM REAR BUSHES ARE DETERIORATING BUT NOT RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE MOVEMENT

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 16,750 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 15,219 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 13,317 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 HZL is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW08 HZL registered?

HW08 HZL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is HW08 HZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW08 HZL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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