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HY58 JCV

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

118,039 mi
Last recorded118,039 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 JCV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2021 118,039 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 112,426 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot has a small split

both rear tyres perished

light corrosion round fuel filler cap

wipers poor

Pass 31 May 2018 104,971 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 97,689 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 92,543 miles

both front wiper blades are split on ends

n/s/f wheel trim damage

Pass 3 Jun 2015 89,626 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 81,101 miles

Coolant Level Low.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 66,967 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 53,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

NSR outer tyre sidewall perished,ok at time of test.

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

OSR outer tyre sidewall perished,ok at time of test.

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 38,239 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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HY58 JCV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 JCV, 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 HY58 JCV registered?

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

Is HY58 JCV safe to buy?

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