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EA08 NHN

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

49,720 mi
Last recorded49,720 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 NHN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 49,720 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 47,298 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front nearside and offside wing panel lower part has corrosion

Nearside Rear body panel petrol flap surround has corrosion

Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 47,295 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front nearside and offside wing panel lower part has corrosion

Nearside Rear body panel petrol flap surround has corrosion

Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 43,333 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 43,330 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 41,691 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 41,691 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 32,596 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 32,596 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 25,161 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 25,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 19,522 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 14,916 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 10,880 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 10,594 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 10,083 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 9,006 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 7,321 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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EA08 NHN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EA08 NHN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EA08 NHN?

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What year was EA08 NHN registered?

EA08 NHN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is EA08 NHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 NHN shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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