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NH57 KGG

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,494 mi
Last recorded84,494 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH57 KGG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 84,494 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 84,494 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 76,286 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 68,442 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 62,144 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2015 62,144 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 53,865 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 23 Jan 2014 53,865 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Jan 2013 43,588 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 35,332 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 26,130 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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NH57 KGG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 NH57 KGG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NH57 KGG registered?

NH57 KGG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is NH57 KGG safe to buy?

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