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PL08 HUK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

65,599 mi
Last recorded65,599 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 HUK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 65,599 miles

Exhaust system corroded

General underside corrosion

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

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

Pass 31 May 2019 62,379 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 62,306 miles

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chalked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Backbox mount. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 58,429 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 54,024 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 46,327 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 40,874 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 40,874 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 39,137 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 37,261 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 35,230 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 28,551 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 28,551 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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PL08 HUK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 PL08 HUK, 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 PL08 HUK registered?

PL08 HUK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is PL08 HUK safe to buy?

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