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HY08 XJG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

50,276 mi
Last recorded50,276 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 XJG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 50,276 miles

Front brake discs inner edge corroded and worn

Nearside Front top suspension mount slight play

Nearside Front tyre inner edge close to limit

Offside Front chassis rail corroded

Offside Front tyre inner edge close to limit

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

bonnet stay missing

Fail 22 Apr 2026 50,276 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (seat bolts) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (seat bolts) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front brake discs inner edge corroded and worn

Nearside Front top suspension mount slight play

Nearside Front tyre inner edge close to limit

Offside Front chassis rail corroded

Offside Front tyre inner edge close to limit

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

bonnet stay missing

Pass 6 May 2025 47,018 miles

Both rear axle bushes deteriorated

Front brake discs worn

Offside Front chassis rail corroded

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust blowing slightly

Fail 1 May 2025 47,018 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Both rear axle bushes deteriorated

Front brake discs worn

Offside Front chassis rail corroded

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust blowing slightly

Pass 7 May 2024 43,407 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front lower arm (rear bush) slightly deteriorated

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 39,198 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 12 May 2022 36,009 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Fail 12 May 2022 36,009 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket snapped off (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake discs corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2021 31,741 miles
Fail 8 May 2021 31,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2020 28,576 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded/worn

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 24,703 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 21,897 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 21,897 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,228 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 16,037 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 13,815 miles

weep p.a.s. pump area.

Pass 15 Mar 2014 11,637 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 9,610 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 7,108 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 4,975 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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HY08 XJG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XJG, 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 XJG registered?

HY08 XJG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is HY08 XJG safe to buy?

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