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Ford KA

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,242 cc

S8 HLYMOT history

S8 HLY is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 20 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 32,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S8 HLY black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
32,503 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 HLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 HLY was last recorded at 32,503 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 1,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,738 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,765 miles
Average per year
2,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,503 miles
  • 2025 – 30,738 miles
  • 2024 – 28,870 miles
  • 2023 – 27,120 miles
  • 2022 – 25,391 miles
  • 2021 – 23,470 miles
  • 2020 – 21,989 miles
  • 2019 – 19,899 miles
  • 2018 – 16,683 miles
  • 2017 – 10,013 miles
  • 2016 – 7,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,503 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front chassis legs both sides front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,503 miles (+1,765)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    32,503 miles
    Test number
    924915406714
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front chassis legs both sides front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass30,738 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    30,738 miles
    Test number
    665921784501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail30,738 miles (+1,868)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,738 miles
    Test number
    650853518645
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass28,870 miles (+1,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    28,870 miles
    Test number
    845728894531
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass27,120 miles (+1,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    27,120 miles
    Test number
    190531582156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass25,391 miles (+1,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    25,391 miles
    Test number
    830030964841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass23,470 miles (+1,481)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    23,470 miles
    Test number
    869552983038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass21,989 miles (+2,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    21,989 miles
    Test number
    259095903385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass19,899 miles (+3,216)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    19,899 miles
    Test number
    335639140574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded
  10. Pass16,683 miles (+6,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    16,683 miles
    Test number
    201226389012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass10,013 miles (+2,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    10,013 miles
    Test number
    834374233487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass7,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    7,767 miles
    Test number
    938041505502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 HLY

Does S8 HLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 HLY is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 HLY?
The MOT on S8 HLY is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 HLY done?
S8 HLY was recorded at 32,503 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 2,475 miles a year.
Has S8 HLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 HLY has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 HLY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S8 HLY find?
S8 HLY passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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