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NM08 XRP

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

42,627 mi
Last recorded42,627 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 XRP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 42,627 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 39,703 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 39,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Unable to test headlight aim or leveling function (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Badly worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 24 May 2019 34,536 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 34,536 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 29,924 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 29,924 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2016 28,710 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (3.5.1i)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

both rear tyres cracking between tread

Fail 20 Jul 2016 28,709 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (3.5.1i)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

both rear tyres cracking between tread

Fail 17 Jul 2015 25,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,802 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 22,808 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 20,249 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 20,249 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 17,315 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 14,118 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 XRP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NM08 XRP, 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 XRP registered?

NM08 XRP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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