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NJ58 OAA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,070 mi
Last recorded32,070 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ58 OAA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 32,070 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 31,980 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rust all over car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 31,970 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill under door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rust all over car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 31,357 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 30,372 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 30,364 miles

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

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill holed front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 28,661 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 25,408 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 23,464 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 21,967 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 19,201 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 16,405 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 14,596 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 14,596 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 11,572 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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NJ58 OAA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NJ58 OAA, 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 NJ58 OAA registered?

NJ58 OAA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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