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BL08 NKT

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,826 mi
Last recorded115,826 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 NKT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 115,826 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 8 Jul 2017 115,825 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement saddle bushes (2.4.G.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle o/s low effort (3.7.B.5b)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 104,249 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 104,249 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides (2.4.A.3)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 89,824 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 76,736 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 60,854 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 45,797 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 31,096 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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BL08 NKT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BL08 NKT, 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 BL08 NKT registered?

BL08 NKT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BL08 NKT safe to buy?

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