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HW58 ECN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

70,569 mi
Last recorded70,569 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW58 ECN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 70,569 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2025 70,569 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 65,069 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 61,058 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside- Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 56,022 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 51,470 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 51,470 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2020 51,227 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 48,614 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 46,404 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 41,767 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 41,767 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,814 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 33,594 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 30,225 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres badly cracking

headlight adjuster not on zero but aims ok

Pass 20 Apr 2013 26,712 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 15,757 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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HW58 ECN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HW58 ECN, 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 HW58 ECN registered?

HW58 ECN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is HW58 ECN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW58 ECN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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