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FN58 JKJ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

34,862 mi
Last recorded34,862 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN58 JKJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 May 2023 34,862 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 31,064 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 30,349 miles

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 30,348 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sub frame mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside front tyre cracked in between tread

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 30,098 miles

General corrosion to under body of vehicle

Pass 24 Nov 2018 29,720 miles

General corrosion to under body of vehicle

Pass 29 Sep 2017 29,205 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 27,712 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 27,712 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 25,450 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 25,450 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 22,720 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)

both front tyres gewtting low

Pass 17 Sep 2013 21,043 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 18,379 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 15,175 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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FN58 JKJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FN58 JKJ, 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 FN58 JKJ registered?

FN58 JKJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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