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NV08 OXB

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

70,406 mi
Last recorded70,406 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 OXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 70,406 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 70,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 63,832 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

fuel filter corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2016 54,361 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)

advise centre and rear exhaust support brackets deteriorated

Fail 22 Sep 2016 54,361 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak reverse sensor snapped ()

advise centre and rear exhaust support brackets deteriorated

Pass 1 Jun 2015 43,547 miles

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

exhaust front support bracket deteriated

Fail 1 Jun 2015 43,547 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust front support bracket deteriated

Pass 3 Jun 2014 37,474 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 37,474 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 20 May 2013 32,925 miles

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

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

advise slight cracking to tread n/s/r tyre

advise slight cracking to tread o/s/r tyre

Fail 20 May 2013 32,925 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

advise slight cracking to tread n/s/r tyre

advise slight cracking to tread o/s/r tyre

Pass 29 May 2012 28,781 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 23,972 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 May 2011 23,972 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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NV08 OXB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NV08 OXB, 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 NV08 OXB registered?

NV08 OXB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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