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NH57 BVK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

49,057 mi
Last recorded49,057 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH57 BVK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2019 49,057 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 47,337 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 44,060 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 44,060 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported Bracket broken (7.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 41,783 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 41,779 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking pipe at gearbox side (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion 1/4 panel at petrol cap (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 38,053 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 38,053 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 33,717 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 29,462 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 29,410 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 24,354 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 24,281 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 18,729 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 12,511 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 12,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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NH57 BVK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 NH57 BVK, 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 NH57 BVK registered?

NH57 BVK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 January 2008.

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