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HT08 NMK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

84,717 mi
Last recorded84,717 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT08 NMK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 84,717 miles

nearside rear under sill is corroded

nearside rear wing is corroded

offside front inner wing is corroded

offside number plate light insecure

offside rear quarter is corroded

gearbox has a oil leak

nearside front inner wing is corroded

offside rear tyre is perishing and has a nail in

offside rear under sill is corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2018 84,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced end of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced end of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

gearbox has a oil leak

nearside front inner wing is corroded

nearside rear under sill is corroded

nearside rear wing is corroded

offside front inner wing is corroded

offside number plate light insecure

offside rear quarter is corroded

offside rear tyre is perishing and has a nail in

offside rear under sill is corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2017 78,196 miles

corrosion on rear inner sills

Fail 17 Aug 2017 78,196 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded balk head (3.3.A.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion on rear inner sills

Pass 15 Aug 2016 69,129 miles

osr tyre cracking

Fail 15 Aug 2016 69,129 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

osr tyre cracking

Pass 19 Aug 2015 61,352 miles

drivers side front wishbone bush deterioated

Fail 19 Aug 2015 61,352 miles

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

drivers side front wishbone bush deterioated

Pass 15 Aug 2014 51,840 miles

condensation in passenger side headlamp

Fail 15 Aug 2014 51,840 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

condensation in passenger side headlamp

Pass 14 Aug 2013 43,779 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 43,779 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 35,590 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 35,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 26,333 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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HT08 NMK 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 53.3%.

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 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 NMK, 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 NMK registered?

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

Is HT08 NMK safe to buy?

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