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NB08 JOV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,175 mi
Last recorded89,175 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNB08 JOV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 89,175 miles

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

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

covers fitted-inner sills corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2020 81,880 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2020 81,880 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 75,513 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 75,513 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 68,108 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wall cracked

Offside Rear tyre wall cracked

Pass 10 Jan 2017 60,898 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 55,977 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 49,714 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 43,008 miles

off side fronttyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 29 Jan 2013 37,654 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 29,561 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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NB08 JOV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JOV, 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

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What year was NB08 JOV registered?

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

Is NB08 JOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NB08 JOV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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