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NC08 YCP

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,626 mi
Last recorded83,626 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 YCP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2024 83,626 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Brake Pipe / Flexi Brake Pipe Mounting Area Corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 82,368 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

corrosion under car

Pass 12 Sep 2022 81,106 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 81,106 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 79,814 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 79,811 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting osr wheel arch lower part (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached boht front lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired nsf under body (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2020 78,459 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 78,459 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 65,726 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 60,657 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both-sides (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 52,463 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 48,416 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 48,416 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 46,027 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 42,651 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 42,651 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 May 2012 38,713 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,580 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

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 YCP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YCP, 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 YCP registered?

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

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