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RF08 NTG

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,174 mi
Last recorded26,174 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 NTG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 26,174 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside rear sill corroded

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside rear sill corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2024 15,813 miles

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

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

Rear O/s and n/s rear sill surface corrosion

Pass 26 Jun 2023 15,530 miles

Corrosion surface under body and suspension

Front brake discs scored and corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2022 15,082 miles

Rust surface under body and front brake discs inner surface

Pass 24 Jun 2021 14,563 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 13,939 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 12,709 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 11,193 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 11,191 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2017 9,768 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 8,524 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 7,095 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 5,676 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 4,307 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 2,927 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 2,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 1,808 miles

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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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RF08 NTG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 RF08 NTG, 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 RF08 NTG registered?

RF08 NTG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is RF08 NTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 NTG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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