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NU58 DKN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,284 mi
Last recorded31,284 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU58 DKN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 31,284 miles

both front lower suspension arm bushes slightly worn

rear axle bushes slightly worn, not resulting in excessive movement

underbody and front subframe slightly corroded and undersealed preventing inspection

Pass 8 Aug 2018 25,437 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 25,435 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 25,406 miles

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

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

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire around fuel tank (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering next to sub frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering next to sub frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 24,401 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 21,996 miles

Front both bottom arms bushes cracking

Front some corrosion to p.a.s pipes

Rear both tyres cracking between tread

Fail 7 Jun 2016 21,996 miles

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

Front both bottom arms bushes cracking

Front some corrosion to p.a.s pipes

Rear both tyres cracking between tread

Pass 16 Jun 2015 20,829 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 19,046 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front bottom arm rear bushes, have very slight play.

slight play on both rear top strut mounts [within tolerance of 7mm]

Fail 6 Sep 2014 19,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front bottom arm rear bushes, have very slight play.

slight play on both rear top strut mounts [within tolerance of 7mm]

Pass 7 Sep 2013 17,017 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 15,025 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 13,741 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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NU58 DKN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DKN, 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 DKN registered?

NU58 DKN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2008.

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