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NC08 YAD

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

65,623 mi
Last recorded65,623 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 YAD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2023 65,623 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged pipe mounting corroded away?insecure (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure silencer mount corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 63,647 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

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

Fail 5 Apr 2022 63,647 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 61,280 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Both rear inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 58,305 miles

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

Offside Rear bumper mount corroded

front wiper blades worn

Fail 20 Mar 2020 58,305 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear bumper mount corroded

front wiper blades worn

Pass 27 Mar 2019 55,811 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2019 55,811 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,626 miles

general corrosion

high level brake inop

Fail 24 Mar 2018 52,626 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly perished (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly perished (4.1.E.1)

general corrosion

high level brake inop

Pass 28 Mar 2017 49,773 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 49,773 miles

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 47,381 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 47,378 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 43,393 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 43,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 39,970 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 39,970 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 35,063 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 33,019 miles

Spare tyre defective

o/s/r tyre has surface cracks to outer wall 165/65 r13 77t

Fail 15 Jun 2012 33,019 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Spare tyre defective

o/s/r tyre has surface cracks to outer wall 165/65 r13 77t

Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,624 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 YAD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 YAD, 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 YAD registered?

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

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