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NK08 NWE

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

45,493 mi
Last recorded45,493 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 NWE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 45,493 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2017 45,493 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel trim rubbing side wall (4.1.D.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 37,823 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 29,481 miles

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

Oil leak

dampness around clutch supply pipe on brake fluid reservoir

offside front tyre worn on edges of tread

reverse light not working

Pass 17 Feb 2014 23,014 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 23,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 20,763 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 15,501 miles

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

corrosion on exhaust and hangers

rear axle bushes starting to split/perish

Fail 5 Jul 2012 15,501 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

all wipers streaking

corrosion on exhaust and hangers

rear axle bushes starting to split/perish

Fail 9 May 2011 12,032 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from a/c pipe

Pass 9 May 2011 12,032 miles

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

oil leak from a/c pipe

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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NK08 NWE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 NK08 NWE, 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 NK08 NWE registered?

NK08 NWE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is NK08 NWE safe to buy?

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