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ET57 NJF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,758 mi
Last recorded23,758 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 NJF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2026 23,758 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

coolant on minimum

Pass 13 Jan 2025 21,601 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 19,594 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 19,592 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Behind suspension component (shock) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill corroded within 30cm of a suspention mount point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Behind suspension component (shock) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill corroded within 30cm of a suspention mount point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 17,534 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 17,534 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 16,516 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 16,516 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 15,345 miles

Both rear tyres have some cracking ti outer edges

Pass 6 Jan 2020 14,105 miles

wiper blades slight smearing of screen n/s/f

Pass 7 Jan 2019 12,511 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 11,204 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 10,022 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 8,849 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 8,849 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2015 7,718 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 6,827 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 5,619 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 4,509 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 3,692 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 NJF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NJF, 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 ET57 NJF registered?

ET57 NJF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is ET57 NJF safe to buy?

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