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ET57 NHY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,613 mi
Last recorded66,613 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 NHY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 66,613 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2017 66,613 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 62,852 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 56,803 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 53,080 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 45,614 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 28,089 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 16,822 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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ET57 NHY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc 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 ET57 NHY, 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 ET57 NHY?

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What year was ET57 NHY registered?

ET57 NHY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is ET57 NHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 NHY 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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