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HY08 UDH

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,328 mi
Last recorded16,328 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 UDH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 16,328 miles

Centre and rear exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2015 16,328 miles

Centre and rear exhaust slightly corroded

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 12,110 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fuel filter corroded

fuel tank corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2013 7,491 miles

fuel filter corroded

fuel tank corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2012 3,706 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 2,789 miles

Minor cuts in o/s/f tyre inner sidewall.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 2,789 miles

Minor cuts in o/s/f tyre inner sidewall.

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 UDH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 HY08 UDH, 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 UDH registered?

HY08 UDH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is HY08 UDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 UDH shows 7 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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