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PE08 HLZ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,696 mi
Last recorded31,696 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 HLZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2020 31,696 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2019 27,767 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2019 27,767 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 20,965 miles

Nearside Front inner wings corroded

Nearside undersill corroded

Offside Front inner wings corroded

Offside undersill corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2017 20,342 miles

offside front inner wing corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2016 19,739 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 19,636 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 19,636 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 18,338 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 15,730 miles

rear tyres sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 29 Feb 2012 13,113 miles

all tyre sidewalls cracking bead and cord not showing

Pass 2 Mar 2011 9,780 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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PE08 HLZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PE08 HLZ, 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 PE08 HLZ registered?

PE08 HLZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PE08 HLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 HLZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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