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ND58 VEK

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

26,189 mi
Last recorded26,189 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationND58 VEK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 26,189 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

signs of coolant leak from thermostat housing on cylinder head

Pass 21 Mar 2025 25,639 miles

Air con leaking

Both sills corroded

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust heat shield lose

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side at floor at the rear of the sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake cables corroded

Power steering pipes corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2025 25,639 miles

Air con leaking

Both sills corroded

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust heat shield lose

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side at floor at the rear of the sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake cables corroded

Power steering pipes corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2024 24,936 miles

A/C leaking

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

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Around front of inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Hand brake cables corroded

Heat shield lose under gear stick in the middle

outer sills corroded , Drivers side nearly holed

Pass 14 Feb 2023 23,739 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leaking from plastic housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front plastic inner arch damaged

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills at rear corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 21,707 miles

Exhaust system surface corrosion

General age related underside corrosion

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 19,638 miles

Bonnet release handle (inside car) damaged but functional

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

Offside Front Bumper support bar damaged

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

Windscreen wipers leaving windscreen smeared

Fail 11 Mar 2021 19,628 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall 165/60/14 75h (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet release handle (inside car) damaged but functional

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

Offside Front Bumper support bar damaged

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

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

Windscreen wipers leaving windscreen smeared

Pass 12 Mar 2020 16,351 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 12,286 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 12,286 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 8,381 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 8,313 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 7,995 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 7,452 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 7,447 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 6,933 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 6,325 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 6,325 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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ND58 VEK is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ND58 VEK, 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 ND58 VEK registered?

ND58 VEK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is ND58 VEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ND58 VEK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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