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NH57 OGD

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

74,163 mi
Last recorded74,163 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH57 OGD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 74,163 miles

Slight oil leak from gearbox selector shaft

Underbody and outer sill surface corrosion

Pass 31 Jan 2020 71,576 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 71,576 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 67,041 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 14 Jan 2019 67,039 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 19 Jan 2018 62,956 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 59,334 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2017 59,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 55,032 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 49,979 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 45,261 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 45,261 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 40,810 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2013 40,810 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 37,053 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 37,053 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 31,330 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 OGD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 NH57 OGD, 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 OGD registered?

NH57 OGD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is NH57 OGD safe to buy?

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