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NC08 YCH

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

81,098 mi
Last recorded81,098 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 81,098 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 81,098 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 72,143 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2018 72,143 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2017 61,751 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 61,751 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 58,367 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner. (3.5.1g)

Fail 31 May 2016 58,351 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner. (3.5.1g)

Offside headlamp aim not tested.

Pass 24 Jun 2015 53,228 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 53,120 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

offside front tyre inner shoulder worn.

Pass 20 Jun 2014 48,777 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 42,842 miles

condition of wiper blades

Fail 18 Jun 2013 42,842 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

condition of wiper blades

Pass 25 Jun 2012 36,850 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 36,850 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 29,551 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 YCH 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 56.3%.

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 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 YCH, 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 YCH registered?

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

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