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NL58 WSE

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,878 mi
Last recorded92,878 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL58 WSE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 92,878 miles

Coolant leak Round thermostat hosing area, coolant low ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Sill corroding

Fail 10 Jun 2019 92,874 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/ wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Coolant leak Round thermostat hosing area, coolant low ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Sill corroding

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 86,249 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 77,062 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 77,059 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 65,332 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 54,660 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 47,157 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 38,260 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 27,384 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 24,609 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 24,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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NL58 WSE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NL58 WSE, 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 NL58 WSE registered?

NL58 WSE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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