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NC08 XZU

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

58,925 mi
Last recorded58,925 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 XZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2021 58,925 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened has cuts caused by an angle grinder (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

brake servo pipe badly deteriorated - immediate replacement advised

Pass 3 Nov 2020 55,955 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r and front subframe mounting corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s/r 1/4 panel around fuel cap badly corroded.

Fail 3 Nov 2020 55,955 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r and front subframe mounting corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s/r 1/4 panel around fuel cap badly corroded.

Pass 3 May 2019 50,815 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 47,525 miles

o/s wiper just splitting

Pass 2 May 2017 44,942 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 42,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 42,929 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 39,927 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 39,927 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 May 2014 36,877 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2014 36,877 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 May 2013 34,127 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 31,094 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 27,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise discs pitted

Pass 5 May 2011 27,813 miles

advise discs pitted

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 XZU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XZU, 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 XZU registered?

NC08 XZU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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