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PY08 HZC

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,687 mi
Last recorded105,687 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 HZC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 105,687 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2020 105,687 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength + outer sills. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2019 57,863 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 57,863 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 51,631 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 51,631 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings close to axle front mounting (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2017 45,619 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 41,465 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 40,662 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 39,882 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 39,084 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 39,084 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 38,271 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 37,245 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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PY08 HZC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PY08 HZC, 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 PY08 HZC registered?

PY08 HZC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for PY08 HZC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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