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MX08 ZHY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

69,484 mi
Last recorded69,484 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 ZHY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2023 69,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal has holes within 30cm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seals has holes within 30cm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear bulbs (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive around gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front both front inner body area behind wheels is badly corroded

Front coolant level is below min

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

Nearside Rear fuel cap surrounding area is badly corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front door seal is badly corroded

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is badly cracking all over nearly showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 66,228 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre Tyre worn on inside edge. ()

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

Fail 24 Jun 2022 66,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Unable to complete headlamp aim. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Head lamp accumulating water, intensity reduced. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Unable to complete headlamp aim. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 60,781 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2021 60,655 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner 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 Jun 2020 56,382 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 56,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 52,054 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 40,331 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit multiple cracks (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 29,205 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 29,205 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 23,591 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 20,491 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 16,817 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 15,308 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 13,693 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 13,693 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 ZHY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZHY, 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 ZHY registered?

MX08 ZHY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is MX08 ZHY safe to buy?

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