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MV08 WHH

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,222 mi
Last recorded58,222 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 WHH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 58,222 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 52,787 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise front wheel alignment (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 52,787 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise front wheel alignment (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 43,633 miles

Front tyres beginning to wear on Inner edges

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 35,759 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 22,424 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 22,293 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 9,123 miles

both front tyres cracking on outer sidewall

oil filter leaking

Pass 10 Sep 2014 8,336 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 7,068 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 6,011 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2012 6,011 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 5,276 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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MV08 WHH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MV08 WHH, 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 MV08 WHH registered?

MV08 WHH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is MV08 WHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 WHH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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