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EK08 NLC

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,411 mi
Last recorded67,411 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 NLC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 67,411 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Front tyres worn on outer edges

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 61,029 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 55,546 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 47,915 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner sides.

both rear tyres cracking.

Pass 14 Mar 2013 45,855 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 31,294 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 31,294 miles

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

rear number plate is cracked

Pass 8 Mar 2011 22,233 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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EK08 NLC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EK08 NLC, 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 EK08 NLC registered?

EK08 NLC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is EK08 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 NLC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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