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HY58 JHU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,328 mi
Last recorded107,328 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 JHU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 107,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 99,519 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 99,519 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 89,166 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 89,166 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 May 2019 75,419 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 65,005 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 54,219 miles

Front Tyres wearing on inner edge

Rear Tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 24 Apr 2017 54,219 miles

Front Tyres wearing on inner edge

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 25 Apr 2016 48,448 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

Pass 30 Apr 2015 39,564 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW

O/S/R TYRE WEARING UNEVEN ON INNER EDGE

Fail 30 Apr 2015 39,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW

O/S/R TYRE WEARING UNEVEN ON INNER EDGE

OUTER WALL OF N/S/R TYRE PERISHED

Pass 2 Sep 2013 23,697 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 19,485 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 16,150 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)

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 JHU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 JHU, 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 JHU registered?

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

Is HY58 JHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY58 JHU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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