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GF08 NXU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,348 mi
Last recorded64,348 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 NXU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 64,348 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

small scab of rust starting to appear on os sill at the back close to the rear wheel

Fail 4 Aug 2020 64,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

small scab of rust starting to appear on os sill at the back close to the rear wheel

Pass 29 Mar 2019 59,082 miles

N/S/F Tyre tread worn on inner edge

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 53,345 miles

Body has slight corrosion both end sills (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion inner sills (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion floorings (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion subframe mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 48,165 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 46,079 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 46,079 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/60 14 (4.1.E.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 42,321 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 42,321 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 36,209 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,894 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)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 18,783 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 18,783 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 15,521 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 15,515 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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GF08 NXU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF08 NXU, 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

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What year was GF08 NXU registered?

GF08 NXU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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