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AF08 NLG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,440 mi
Last recorded41,440 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 NLG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 41,440 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 41,429 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 37,478 miles

offside rear tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 24 Apr 2014 32,469 miles

offside rear tyre is perishing

wipers smear

Fail 20 Jun 2013 30,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 30,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Jun 2012 26,121 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 20,435 miles

Front disc`s very slightly lipped

Fuel tank corroded

N/S/F wheel slight buckle

Wipers starting too leave slight strieks

Fail 23 Jun 2011 20,435 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front disc`s very slightly lipped

Fuel tank corroded

N/S/F wheel slight buckle

Wipers starting too leave slight strieks

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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AF08 NLG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF08 NLG, 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 AF08 NLG registered?

AF08 NLG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AF08 NLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 NLG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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