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HY58 XRA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,257 mi
Last recorded72,257 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 72,257 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 72,257 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective safety catch seized (3.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 64,005 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 64,001 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 49,686 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 38,000 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 22,626 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,150 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 19,150 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 15,940 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 15,940 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 12,764 miles

nears side front tyre in very poor conition and badly perished and split

nears side rear tyre in very poor conition and badly perished and split

off side front tyre in very poor conition and badly perished and split

off side rear tyre in very poor conition and badly perished and split

Pass 3 Jul 2012 9,408 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 6,409 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 XRA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XRA, 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 XRA registered?

HY58 XRA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is HY58 XRA safe to buy?

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