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MX08 ZHM

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,496 mi
Last recorded75,496 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 ZHM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2022 75,496 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NS Sill & Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door & Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

OS Wiper blade split

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Dec 2021 69,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2021 69,374 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working plastic internal washer jet broken (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 63,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside front and rear outer sill corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2020 62,911 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside front and rear outer sill corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2019 55,926 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has perishing on outer and inner edge

Fail 29 Apr 2019 55,925 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre has perishing on outer and inner edge

Pass 26 Apr 2018 50,179 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 44,350 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 38,086 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 31,469 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 24,703 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 21,592 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 17,714 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 13,067 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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MX08 ZHM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MX08 ZHM, 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 MX08 ZHM registered?

MX08 ZHM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is MX08 ZHM safe to buy?

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