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ML08 HLN

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

25,421 mi
Last recorded25,421 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 HLN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 25,421 miles

underneath of car has been undersealed unable to check corrosion

Pass 29 May 2025 24,920 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 24,918 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill(marked white) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill middle area (marked white) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at the chassis rail within wheel arch behind suspension strut(marked white) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill(marked white) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner floor to sill in the middle(marked white) (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 24,256 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 23,194 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2023 23,194 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 22,111 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 20,736 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 19,849 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 19,849 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 18,599 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 18,599 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 17,001 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 17,001 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 15,601 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 14,200 miles

Nearside Rear tyre badly cracking outer edge/wall but not deep enough to expose tyre cords

Offside Rear tyre badly cracking outer edge/wall but not deep enough to expose tyre cords

Pass 2 Jul 2015 12,750 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 11,548 miles

nearside rear tyre sign of crackint at bead

offside rear tyre sign of cracking at bead

Pass 26 Jun 2013 10,750 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres cracking on outer edge/wall

Pass 30 May 2012 8,803 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,843 miles

3 seats, not including driving seat

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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ML08 HLN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 ML08 HLN, 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 ML08 HLN registered?

ML08 HLN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is ML08 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 HLN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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