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NU08 YDK

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,708 mi
Last recorded93,708 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 YDK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2024 93,708 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

steering noisey and slight leak

Pass 30 Jan 2023 88,721 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front n/sand o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general surface corrosion throughout for year (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 82,737 miles

BOTH LOWER FRONT WINGS CORRODED AND HOLED

Fail 26 Jan 2022 82,737 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure BRACKET SNAPPED (6.1.2 (a))

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

BOTH LOWER FRONT WINGS CORRODED AND HOLED

Pass 5 Jun 2020 80,889 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides front to rear corroded in clips (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 26 May 2020 80,872 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides front to rear corroded in clips (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2019 76,521 miles

Nearside 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))

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

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

power steering pipes corroded.

Pass 23 May 2018 71,183 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 61,577 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 55,127 miles

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 48,681 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 41,958 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 35,329 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 35,329 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 26,936 miles

nearside front tyre crackin to outer wall

offside front tyre cracking to outer wall

Pass 7 Jul 2011 22,380 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 19,313 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 YDK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YDK, 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 YDK registered?

NU08 YDK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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