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FM08 NKH

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,636 mi
Last recorded59,636 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 NKH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 59,636 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front/rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped o/s lower (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 59,636 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front/rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both lamps inop (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped o/s lower (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 54,966 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2018 54,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted touching wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 45,078 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 37,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Jul 2015 31,624 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 31,624 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 23,563 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 17,247 miles

all four tyres starting to perish

Pass 28 Jul 2012 12,946 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 10,748 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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FM08 NKH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FM08 NKH, 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 FM08 NKH registered?

FM08 NKH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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