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ML08 NSV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,348 mi
Last recorded30,348 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 NSV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 30,348 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre age 2007 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 27,365 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 26,641 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,270 miles

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill near door thresh (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 24,101 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 23,253 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 22,001 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre wall cracking

Pass 25 Apr 2018 20,422 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 18,766 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 16,703 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 14,673 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 12,240 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,197 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2013 10,197 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 8,771 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,834 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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ML08 NSV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ML08 NSV, 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 ML08 NSV registered?

ML08 NSV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is ML08 NSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 NSV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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