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MJ08 HRO

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,247 mi
Last recorded62,247 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 HRO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 62,247 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 62,247 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2018 59,998 miles

both front tyres wearing thin on inner edge

both rear inner wheel arch areas slight corrosion

Pass 30 May 2017 56,991 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has had sidewall repair

Offside Front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both inner sill areas slight corrosion

Pass 25 May 2016 52,241 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking in between tread area not showing cords

Fail 24 May 2016 52,241 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

both rear tyres cracking in between tread area not showing cords

Pass 18 May 2015 48,197 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2014 43,059 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 37,871 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 30,642 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2011 21,280 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres inner edges slightly scrubbed

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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MJ08 HRO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MJ08 HRO, 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 MJ08 HRO registered?

MJ08 HRO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is MJ08 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 HRO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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