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HX08 EHT

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2021
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

153,655 mi
Last recorded153,655 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 EHT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 153,655 miles

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panes , chassis rail, front inner arches

Fail 1 Dec 2020 153,654 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panes , chassis rail, front inner arches

Pass 20 Jun 2019 148,507 miles

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panels chassis rails and floor pans

oil leak

rear exhaust bracket broken

rear tyres cracking and close to liomit

Fail 20 Jun 2019 148,505 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

corrosion forming on inner and outer sill panels chassis rails and floor pans

oil leak

rear exhaust bracket broken

rear tyres cracking and close to liomit

Pass 21 Jun 2018 144,605 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm 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))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 144,605 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm 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 30 Jun 2017 139,423 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 139,423 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 129,762 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Jun 2016 129,762 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jun 2015 114,169 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 114,168 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 95,398 miles

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

Oil leak from gearbox

Fail 11 Jun 2014 95,398 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak from gearbox

Pass 10 Jun 2013 75,098 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 57,708 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 57,708 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2011 34,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 34,169 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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HX08 EHT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX08 EHT, 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 HX08 EHT registered?

HX08 EHT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is HX08 EHT safe to buy?

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