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HG08 NBL

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,506 mi
Last recorded73,506 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 NBL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 73,506 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 66,380 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 66,157 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 66,157 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 65,504 miles

front brake pads look quite thin

wiper blades smear

Pass 14 Jul 2015 64,343 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 64,343 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

front brake pads very thin

front bumper damaged

wiper blades smear

Pass 23 Jul 2014 63,345 miles

front brake pads quite thin

n/s wiper blade split

slight damage to o/s/f wheel

Pass 24 Jul 2013 58,417 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 49,457 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 49,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 37,193 miles

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

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

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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HG08 NBL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc 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 HG08 NBL, 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 HG08 NBL registered?

HG08 NBL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is HG08 NBL safe to buy?

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