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KM57 NZU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

39,585 mi
Last recorded39,585 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM57 NZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2022 39,585 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting side panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

bonnet pull broke can still open bonnet

Pass 15 Jan 2021 38,984 miles

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

Rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Fail 14 Jan 2021 38,984 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Pass 16 Jan 2020 38,635 miles

both outer sills started to rust in places

both rear inner sills started to rust

under body rusted in places

Pass 17 Jan 2019 37,460 miles

Coolant level below minimum

Pass 26 Jan 2018 35,911 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 35,911 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 34,365 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 34,365 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 32,367 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 32,367 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 30,541 miles

Exhaust system,light rust corrosion

FRONT TRACKING IS OUT

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 30,541 miles

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

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

Exhaust system,light rust corrosion

FRONT TRACKING IS OUT

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 23,550 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 18,403 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)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 15,000 miles

Nearside front wiper slightly smearing

Pass 7 Jan 2011 11,576 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 11,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KM57 NZU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc 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 KM57 NZU, 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 KM57 NZU registered?

KM57 NZU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is KM57 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM57 NZU 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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