CarVerify

Free Car Check

NB08 JOH

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,611 mi
Last recorded58,611 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNB08 JOH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 58,611 miles

Both outer side seals corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2024 56,856 miles

Nearside Outer body sills corroding

Offside Outer body sill corroding

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 55,216 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 53,318 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 51,419 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 49,364 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 46,606 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 44,157 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 17 May 2017 41,746 miles

Rear number plate cracked

Rear tyres perishing

Fail 17 May 2017 41,746 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear number plate cracked

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 2 Jun 2016 39,571 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,050 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack on outer edge

Pass 20 Aug 2014 35,736 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 34,608 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 33,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 29,683 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 29,680 miles

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

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
Full Ford Ka reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NB08 JOH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NB08 JOH, 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 NB08 JOH?

You can check the full history of NB08 JOH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NB08 JOH registered?

NB08 JOH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is NB08 JOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for NB08 JOH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NB08 JOH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NB08 JOH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.