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KV58 YHH

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,645 mi
Last recorded72,645 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 YHH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 72,645 miles

corrosion to inner sills, n/s/r inner wing, front chassis

n/s mirror glass cracked

play in o/s/f inner rack joint

windscreen cracked in lower zone B

Fail 8 Feb 2019 72,640 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

corrosion to inner sills, n/s/r inner wing, front chassis

n/s mirror glass cracked

n/s/r tyre heavily perished / punctured

play in o/s/f inner rack joint

windscreen cracked in lower zone B

Pass 15 Dec 2017 68,587 miles

Damage to windscreen

Front number plate deteriorating

Nearside headlamp slight distorted

Offside headlamp aim on lower limit

Offside rear tyre near limit

Fail 12 Dec 2017 68,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

oil leak.

Pass 24 Oct 2016 62,082 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 57,988 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 52,091 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 52,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 45,808 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 39,383 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 32,195 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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KV58 YHH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KV58 YHH, 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 KV58 YHH registered?

KV58 YHH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is KV58 YHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 YHH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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