MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,969 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced fuel filler neck corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan/inner sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan/inner sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn [back bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting along sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under offside rear wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
buzzing noise from switch with headlights on
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust system insecure rear bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/65 R13 (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split inner (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
o/s/r tyre side walls cracked
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Ford Ka?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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HY08 SCZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.
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 HY08 SCZ, 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 HY08 SCZ registered?
HY08 SCZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 April 2008.
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