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N10 JEF

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,252 mi
Last recorded35,252 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN10 JEF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Jan 2026 35,252 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill and floor pan at various areas (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at inner wing wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired at inner wing wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner/outer sill and floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg at exhaust mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill and floor pan at various areas (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 32,743 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 28,987 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 26,015 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 22,273 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 16,171 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty tell tale (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 11,127 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 11,002 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2018 4,241 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2018 4,241 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 4,042 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 3,703 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 3,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 3,450 miles

front tyres cracking

Pass 28 Apr 2015 3,183 miles

offside front tyre outer wall slightly cracked

Pass 28 Apr 2014 2,907 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 2,482 miles

Both front brake discs slightly corroded

offside front lower suspesion arm rear bush slightly perished

Pass 24 Apr 2012 2,262 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 1,777 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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N10 JEF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 N10 JEF, 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 N10 JEF registered?

N10 JEF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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