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AM58 NHD

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,730 mi
Last recorded68,730 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM58 NHD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2023 68,730 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken has dropped down and very close to fowling on tyre (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded within prescirbed area of subframe mounting and seat mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner an outer sill corroded within prescribed area of subframe mounting and seat mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill and inner arch next to axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear corroded around axle mounting

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 64,301 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 60,932 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 60,932 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 56,585 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 56,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 51,638 miles

under body corroding

Fail 3 Dec 2019 51,638 miles

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

under body corroding

Pass 11 Dec 2018 45,104 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 41,075 miles

front chassis legs corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2016 38,807 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 31,871 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

power steering pipe corroded

Fail 4 Dec 2015 31,871 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

power steering pipe corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2014 27,042 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 21,009 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 21,009 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 14,462 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 9,008 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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AM58 NHD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AM58 NHD, 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 AM58 NHD registered?

AM58 NHD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 December 2008.

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