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HY58 JBU

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,334 mi
Last recorded21,334 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 JBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 21,334 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 21,204 miles

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))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 21,043 miles

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))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

nsr tyre perrished

Pass 20 Dec 2018 20,474 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

osr tyre cracking

Pass 19 Dec 2017 19,669 miles

Front Tyres@3mm

Rear Exhaust Mount corroded away

Rear Tyres perished

Pass 15 Dec 2016 18,663 miles

Rear exhaust mounting broken.

Rust starting in offside outer sill.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Dec 2016 18,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear exhaust mounting broken.

Rust starting in offside outer sill.

Pass 17 Dec 2015 17,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken.

Fail 18 Dec 2014 16,322 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 16,322 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 14,282 miles

Hub caps fitted to all road wheels.

Pass 20 Aug 2012 12,305 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 10,126 miles

Rear brakes noisey.

Wipers smeary.

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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HY58 JBU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 HY58 JBU, 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 HY58 JBU registered?

HY58 JBU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is HY58 JBU safe to buy?

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