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NH57 LWA

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,255 mi
Last recorded68,255 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH57 LWA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 68,255 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 62,087 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 62,028 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2017 54,599 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 47,113 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 47,113 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 36,994 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 32,104 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 27,495 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 25,792 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 19,364 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 LWA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LWA, 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 LWA registered?

NH57 LWA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is NH57 LWA safe to buy?

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