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PL08 HVD

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

62,784 mi
Last recorded62,784 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 HVD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2024 62,784 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot floor, rear boot panel and o/s/r chassis corroded excessively (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded excessively (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills corroded excessively (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (inside wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 61,906 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2023 61,901 miles

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

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 59,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 57,719 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2021 57,719 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 55,838 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 51,479 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both axle mounting bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Various areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Pass 5 Mar 2018 48,476 miles

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

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both axle mounting bushes. (2.4.G.2)

Various areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Pass 23 Feb 2017 45,036 miles

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

Various areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Pass 1 Mar 2016 43,044 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 43,044 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 41,001 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 38,115 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 33,560 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 27,045 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,716 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs worn

n/s dorr mirror cracked

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 HVD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HVD, 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 HVD registered?

PL08 HVD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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