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NU08 KRX

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

81,373 mi
Last recorded81,373 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 KRX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 81,373 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 75,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill and floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

corrosion hole to o/s/r inner arch not within prescribed area

other areas of corrosion not excessive at this time

Pass 3 Jul 2019 61,838 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2019 61,838 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/60r14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 51,340 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 51,340 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 49,223 miles

Front exhaust hanger detached but system still adequately supported

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front/rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 45,999 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear tyre cracked on outer shoulder

Offside rear tyre cracked on outer shoulder

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 45,999 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Subframe (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear tyre cracked on outer shoulder

Offside rear tyre cracked on outer shoulder

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 41,158 miles

Both rear tyres are deteriorated

Fail 1 Jun 2015 41,158 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Both rear tyres are deteriorated

Pass 10 Jun 2014 37,266 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 37,266 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 31,652 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 25,722 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 24,818 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 24,815 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 19,869 miles

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

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

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

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

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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NU08 KRX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 NU08 KRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU08 KRX registered?

NU08 KRX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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