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NM57 CFP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,590 mi
Last recorded99,590 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM57 CFP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 99,590 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 99,590 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported fitted clamp (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 92,300 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 92,287 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 85,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Feb 2016 85,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 75,685 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Jan 2014 64,821 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

o/s/r sidewall poor condition

Pass 12 Jan 2013 52,908 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2013 52,908 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 36,180 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 23,713 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre side wall damaged

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 CFP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CFP, 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 CFP registered?

NM57 CFP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is NM57 CFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM57 CFP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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