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NC08 NMV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,818 mi
Last recorded59,818 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 NMV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 59,818 miles

Coolant level low possible leak

Exhaust heat shield is insecure

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Top shocker mounting worn

Offside Front Top shocker mounting worn

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 59,818 miles

Coolant level low possible leak

Exhaust heat shield is insecure

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Top shocker mounting worn

Offside Front Top shocker mounting worn

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 47,899 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 41,214 miles

Nearside Rear Shock has slight play in top mount.

Pass 5 Jun 2017 31,056 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 31,054 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 20,735 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 20,153 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 16,894 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 13,852 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 13,848 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 11,732 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 10,715 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2012 10,715 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 9,899 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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NC08 NMV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 NC08 NMV, 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 NC08 NMV registered?

NC08 NMV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is NC08 NMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC08 NMV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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