CarVerify

Free Car Check

NJ58 XAC

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

52,966 mi
Last recorded52,966 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ58 XAC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2020 52,966 miles

Exhaust system insecure front and rear mounting brackets insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sub frame mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill/ floor / under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill / floor / under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 49,696 miles

outer sills weak in places

previous welding carried out to inner sills and floor

Fail 27 Aug 2019 49,695 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

outer sills weak in places

previous welding carried out to inner sills and floor

Pass 3 Sep 2018 44,312 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 44,311 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 42,081 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 39,520 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 39,520 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 36,602 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 36,601 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 33,575 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,937 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 18 Aug 2012 26,481 miles

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

both front tyre deteriorated

Pass 16 Aug 2011 22,305 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

front discs slightly scorred

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
Full Ford Ka reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NJ58 XAC 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 64.3%.

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 NJ58 XAC, 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

How do I check the history of NJ58 XAC?

You can check the full history of NJ58 XAC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NJ58 XAC registered?

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

Is NJ58 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ58 XAC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NJ58 XAC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NJ58 XAC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.