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MV58 NEJ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

30,162 mi
Last recorded30,162 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV58 NEJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2024 30,162 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area excessive corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm tread depth and slight cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower suspension arm rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 29,288 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 28,569 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 28,569 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 27,520 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 26,850 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 26,263 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 26,263 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 25,146 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 22,885 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 18,704 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 15,392 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 12,794 miles

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

all tyres tread edge and sidewall cracking

Pass 20 Feb 2014 9,568 miles

all four tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 11 Mar 2013 6,319 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 5,676 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 4,145 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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MV58 NEJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MV58 NEJ, 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 MV58 NEJ registered?

MV58 NEJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is MV58 NEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV58 NEJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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