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NM08 LWU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,621 mi
Last recorded63,621 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 LWU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 63,621 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 63,619 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 57,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reverse light switch broken

Pass 7 Jul 2020 51,649 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reverse light switch damage

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 51,649 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reverse light switch damage

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 49,531 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 49,531 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 47,212 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to floor,chassis and suspension

Pass 24 Jul 2017 44,885 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked and perished

Nearside Rear tyre cracked and perished

signs of corrosion to floor, chassis and suspension

Pass 25 Jul 2016 37,060 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 32,894 miles

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

offside front tyre cracked and perished (no cords visible)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 32,233 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 37,852 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 31,231 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 30,650 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 30,650 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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NM08 LWU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 NM08 LWU, 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 NM08 LWU registered?

NM08 LWU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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