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MA08 NPV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,351 mi
Last recorded39,351 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 NPV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 39,351 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 36,349 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 33,426 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 31,189 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 30,113 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 29,210 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 28,839 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 26,081 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 23,488 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 20,976 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 17,667 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 15,673 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 13,389 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 10,439 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 7,653 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 6,555 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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MA08 NPV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MA08 NPV, 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

How do I check the history of MA08 NPV?

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What year was MA08 NPV registered?

MA08 NPV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is MA08 NPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 NPV shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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