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KU08 NMJ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,023 mi
Last recorded87,023 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 NMJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 87,023 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper rear floor corroded but just out of the prescribed are for the shock absorber mounting

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 87,011 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper rear floor corroded but just out of the prescribed are for the shock absorber mounting

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 83,591 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted both sides, very minor. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear rear floorpan corroded and holed on both sides but not within prescribed area's

Fail 15 Nov 2023 83,591 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front of wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front outer seat mountin on floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted both sides, very minor. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear rear floorpan corroded and holed on both sides but not within prescribed area's

Pass 1 Nov 2022 76,816 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead area (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody surface corrosion

Fail 31 Oct 2022 76,808 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead area (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement leading bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody surface corrosion

Pass 2 Nov 2021 75,589 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Off side and near side floor and inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 73,142 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Off side and near side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 72,115 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 72,115 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Off side and near side, rear bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 70,092 miles

both front lower wishbone rear bushes becoming unbonded

Pass 11 Oct 2017 65,484 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 57,916 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 49,642 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 39,853 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 26,185 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 18,258 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 18,247 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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KU08 NMJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KU08 NMJ, 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 KU08 NMJ registered?

KU08 NMJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 NMJ safe to buy?

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