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NJ08 VNN

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,686 mi
Last recorded45,686 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 VNN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2022 45,686 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure flexy (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced marked out (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill area marked out (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill area marked out (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

chassis corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2021 43,642 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 43,642 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 42,064 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 39,058 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 35,380 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 31,633 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 27,955 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 24,635 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 21,108 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre slightly distorted

offside rear tyre slightly distorted

Pass 18 Feb 2014 21,108 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly distorted

offside rear tyre slightly distorted

Pass 19 Feb 2013 17,218 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 12,934 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 7,415 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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NJ08 VNN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NJ08 VNN, 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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NJ08 VNN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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