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NM57 BVC

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

88,021 mi
Last recorded88,021 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM57 BVC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2019 88,021 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor by seat mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor/ inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front advanced corrosion both inner wings

Nearside Rear advanced corrosion in wheel arch

Nearside Rear advanced corrosion outer sill

Nearside advanced corrosion inner sill

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

Offside advanced corrosion outer sill

Pass 15 Nov 2018 82,852 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 82,851 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 78,171 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 75,880 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 71,274 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 63,992 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2014 63,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 56,544 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 47,173 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 36,872 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 28,192 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 28,192 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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NM57 BVC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 NM57 BVC, 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 NM57 BVC registered?

NM57 BVC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 February 2008.

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