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HY08 SDZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,693 mi
Last recorded48,693 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 SDZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 48,693 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 49,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 46,651 miles

Nearside Front sidelight dull

Nearside headlamp heavily condensated but not yet affecting beam image

oil leak from engine

Fail 19 Aug 2015 46,651 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front sidelight dull

Nearside headlamp heavily condensated but not yet affecting beam image

Nearside washer jet missing

oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Feb 2014 37,668 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 35,212 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 32,060 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 29,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

STONE CHIP DAMAGED OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA

Fail 22 Feb 2011 29,321 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)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

STONE CHIP DAMAGED OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA

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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HY08 SDZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SDZ, 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 HY08 SDZ registered?

HY08 SDZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is HY08 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 SDZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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