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KM57 WNX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

59,832 mi
Last recorded59,832 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM57 WNX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2019 59,832 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken N/S REAR. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened O/S FRONT. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure O/S AND N/S REAR. PERISHED. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering 1. SUB FRAME MOUNTING. O/S AND N/S FRONT. 2.SWINGING ARM MOUNTINGS BRACKET AREA REAR. (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S FRONT. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 54,222 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 54,215 miles

Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush O/S REAR (2.4.G.2)

coil spring broken N/S REAR (2.4.C.1a)

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush N/S REAR (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S AND N/S FRONT INNER EDGE. TRACKING ISSUE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 48,841 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 48,841 miles

Horn not working WIRE IN PLUG LOOSE. REPAIRED (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 43,661 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 43,661 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 39,603 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 39,603 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 34,562 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 28,778 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 23,250 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 Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 19,519 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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 WNX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 WNX, 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 KM57 WNX registered?

KM57 WNX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 January 2008.

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