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HT08 NKC

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

71,979 mi
Last recorded71,979 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 NKC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 71,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general corrosion to underside

Fail 2 Mar 2022 71,962 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area behind axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general corrosion to underside

Pass 4 Mar 2021 69,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

body corroded various areas

Fail 23 Feb 2021 69,745 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

body corroded various areas

Pass 20 Feb 2020 67,820 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 67,806 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 65,670 miles

general corrosion to underside and chassis

pay in nearside front top mount

Fail 18 Feb 2019 65,669 miles

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

general corrosion to underside and chassis

pay in nearside front top mount

Pass 24 Feb 2018 63,618 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 63,611 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

both front sub frame mounting points corroded

coolant low, topped up for mot

corrosion to mounting points of axle both sides

corrosion to offside outer sill

corrosion to offside outer sill

corrosion to rear bumper mount in offside rear arch

front discs worn and corroded

nearside wing mirror broken but still operational

Pass 6 Oct 2016 58,920 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Oct 2016 58,920 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Oct 2015 53,907 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 47,543 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 47,543 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Sep 2013 34,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r,n/s/r and n/s/f tyre starting to perish

Pass 27 Sep 2012 20,821 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 16,710 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

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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HT08 NKC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 HT08 NKC, 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 HT08 NKC registered?

HT08 NKC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is HT08 NKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT08 NKC shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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