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RO08 NUC

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

46,896 mi
Last recorded46,896 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 NUC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 46,896 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edge

Offside Rear Bumper loose

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

Wiper blades smear

Fail 6 Sep 2023 46,896 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edge

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Bumper loose

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

Wiper blades smear

Pass 7 Oct 2022 40,099 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 40,099 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair passed by 3% (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 31,736 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive fuel filler area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 25,972 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 25,972 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front tyres worn on edges,inners worse - advise replacement soon

long travel on parking brake lever

nearside number plate light inoperative

Pass 18 Apr 2019 20,463 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside wiper blade efficiency poor

Fail 12 Apr 2019 20,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area, by fuel filler cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside wiper blade efficiency poor

Pass 13 Apr 2018 16,884 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (rear of sill) (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 15,783 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 14,585 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 13,543 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 12,268 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 10,861 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 9,108 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 6,753 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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RO08 NUC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RO08 NUC, 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 RO08 NUC registered?

RO08 NUC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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The MOT history for RO08 NUC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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