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HY58 WLR

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

62,968 mi
Last recorded62,968 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 WLR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2023 62,968 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wing brake pipe mount (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing brake pipe mount (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front chassis section corroded

Nearside Front floor pan corroded

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 50% (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front chassis section corroded

Offside Front floor pan corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2022 58,103 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))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 58,103 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))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 54,663 miles

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel filler area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 52,163 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner disc surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 52,163 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner disc surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wheel arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 48,100 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 48,100 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 44,949 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 44,949 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 41,292 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 41,292 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 38,623 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 38,623 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 35,691 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 32,951 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 32,780 miles

front brake disc pitted and worn

nearside and offside rear tyres perishing

Pass 12 Apr 2012 31,943 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 28,201 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 WLR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WLR, 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 WLR registered?

HY58 WLR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 November 2008.

Is HY58 WLR safe to buy?

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