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MV08 NMA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

65,879 mi
Last recorded65,879 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 NMA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 65,879 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2023 65,850 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 59,559 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre edges worn

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

body / sills x 2 corroded front to rear

exhaust corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2022 59,559 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre edges worn

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

body / sills x 2 corroded front to rear

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2021 56,372 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear boot floor support corroded above rear exhaust heatshield.

Offside Rear rear outer sill weak

Offside outer sill slight corrosion, not within 30cm of seat mounting.

Fail 28 Jul 2021 56,372 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear boot floor support corroded above rear exhaust heatshield.

Offside Rear rear outer sill weak

Offside outer sill slight corrosion, not within 30cm of seat mounting.

Pass 14 Jul 2020 54,072 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective broken,system still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 52,433 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 52,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 49,251 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 49,251 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 42,986 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 39,775 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 37,373 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 37,373 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended lower arm bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended lower arm bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 37,048 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 32,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Feb 2013 28,452 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 28,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 26,789 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 26,788 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 19,952 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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MV08 NMA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 MV08 NMA, 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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MV08 NMA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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