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EJ08 NYY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

78,876 mi
Last recorded78,876 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 NYY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2022 78,876 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of outer sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 72,624 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 71,421 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wing area corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2021 71,253 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced n/s/f centre under sill/ floor excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn o/s/f lower ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing missing locking device on o/s/f track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s/r inner wheel arch excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s/r outer sill and under sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s under sill /floor front and centre excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame rear outer mounts showing corrosion both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play in n/s/f lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f lower arm front bush wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s/f inner wing showing corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle chassis fixing mount showing corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 68,279 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 68,277 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2019 65,735 miles

general underbody corrosion

Fail 30 Apr 2019 65,485 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 24 May 2018 60,143 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 54,758 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 48,738 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 42,057 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 42,057 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

N/S h/lamp cover inscure

Pass 22 May 2014 36,111 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2013 29,846 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 23,784 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 16,870 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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EJ08 NYY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 EJ08 NYY, 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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EJ08 NYY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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