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NM57 CGG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

66,441 mi
Last recorded66,441 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM57 CGG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 66,441 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 65,274 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 65,274 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 64,588 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2022 64,588 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 63,808 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 63,525 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All around (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2020 63,525 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All around (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 62,634 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 62,634 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 59,974 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 57,021 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 57,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported metal surport bracket broken off exhaust box (7.1.1)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 53,352 miles

n/s/f topshock mounting has play

Fail 27 Aug 2016 53,352 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

n/s/f topshock mounting has play

Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,026 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2014 41,392 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 41,392 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 34,543 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 34,543 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 27,004 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 19,579 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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NM57 CGG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CGG, 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 CGG registered?

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

Is NM57 CGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM57 CGG shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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