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NU58 CDX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

58,268 mi
Last recorded58,268 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU58 CDX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2020 58,268 miles

Exhaust system insecure broken at flex pipe- front (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear body/chassis- corrode and broken away- exhaust mount broken away (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both not working (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system corroded

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rails - subframe mounting area- Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor front- both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills -both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sills- both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail and rear floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 54,293 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

underbody corrosion

Fail 28 Oct 2019 54,293 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

underbody corrosion

Pass 31 Oct 2018 49,852 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 49,852 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 47,246 miles

Both front brake discs corroded

Nearside Rear Wing corroded

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Chassis end (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 47,246 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Both front brake discs corroded

Nearside Rear Wing corroded

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Chassis end (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 44,056 miles

body around filler cap corroded

power steering pipes corroding at front near side

Fail 31 Oct 2016 44,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

body around filler cap corroded

power steering pipes corroding at front near side

Pass 11 Nov 2015 39,305 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 39,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 36,093 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 29,903 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 29,903 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 23,152 miles

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

no spare wheel

Fail 23 Nov 2011 12,118 miles

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

fuel tank and chassis areas starting to oxidise treatment recomended to slow deterioration

Pass 23 Nov 2011 12,118 miles

fuel tank and chassis areas starting to oxidise treatment recomended to slow deterioration

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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NU58 CDX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 NU58 CDX, 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 NU58 CDX registered?

NU58 CDX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is NU58 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU58 CDX shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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