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NU08 MVN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,125 mi
Last recorded97,125 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 MVN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 97,125 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 97,125 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 94,897 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 86,361 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2018 86,361 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2017 82,168 miles

Body has slight corrosion both inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 80,122 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2016 80,120 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 79,295 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 72,883 miles

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

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 70,605 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 55,853 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 55,853 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 39,343 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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NU08 MVN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MVN, 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 MVN registered?

NU08 MVN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is NU08 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 MVN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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