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PG57 HPY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,501 mi
Last recorded39,501 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG57 HPY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 39,501 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 39,501 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 38,081 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 30,035 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 30,035 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 22,093 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 21,926 miles

both rear tyres have slight cracks on outer wall but not to cords

Pass 28 Jan 2016 21,522 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 19,610 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 16,863 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 16,863 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 12,703 miles

wiper blades getting worn

Pass 23 Jan 2012 9,148 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 6,353 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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PG57 HPY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PG57 HPY, 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 PG57 HPY registered?

PG57 HPY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is PG57 HPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG57 HPY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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