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NX08 YVO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

69,183 mi
Last recorded69,183 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX08 YVO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2020 69,183 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced mid section chassis holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced holed inner sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Chassis holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced holed inner sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering inner wing (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

vehicle showing signs of heavy corrosion

Pass 31 Jul 2019 64,975 miles

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2019 64,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs harness (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 56,365 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

both rear tyres are badly perished

vehicle is showing heavy signs of corrosion

Fail 1 Aug 2018 56,365 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components top mount (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

both rear tyres are badly perished

vehicle is showing heavy signs of corrosion

Pass 2 Aug 2017 48,996 miles

both rear tyres perished

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

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

both rear axle bushes deteriorated but not resulting in any excessive movement

vehicle is showing signs of heavy corrosion

Fail 1 Aug 2017 48,996 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

both rear axle bushes deteriorated but not resulting in any excessive movement

both rear tyres perished

vehicle is showing signs of heavy corrosion

Pass 18 Jul 2016 44,522 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 44,522 miles

Braking system leaking Rubber pipe at master cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 38,820 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 32,073 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 22,388 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 15,678 miles

n/s front tyre as a very slight cut in tread

Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,114 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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NX08 YVO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 NX08 YVO, 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 NX08 YVO registered?

NX08 YVO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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