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LB57 NXY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,191 mi
Last recorded34,191 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 NXY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 34,191 miles

Nearside Front Upper Top Mount Slight Play

Pass 23 Jan 2025 33,349 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 33,330 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing/sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing/sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 31,589 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion at front of both rear wheel arches. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres on shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 30,070 miles

Coolant leak seepage at thermostat housing

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 28,634 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone inner rear bush becoming unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 28,560 miles

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corrosion in outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone inner rear bush becoming unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 27,421 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on o/s outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 26,545 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 25,640 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective torn at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 24,196 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 24,196 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear silencer mounting rusted through (7.1.1)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 22,795 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 22,795 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 21,571 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim on inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s wiper torn

n/s/r tyre perishing on outer sidewall

Fail 26 Jan 2016 21,571 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim on inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

n/s wiper torn

n/s/r tyre perishing on outer sidewall

Fail 14 Jan 2015 19,827 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 19,827 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 18,295 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 15,955 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 13,848 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 11,623 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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LB57 NXY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LB57 NXY, 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 LB57 NXY registered?

LB57 NXY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LB57 NXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 NXY shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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