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AP08 LKK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,908 mi
Last recorded53,908 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 LKK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2021 53,908 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 49,755 miles

Rear High level brake light not working

Pass 11 Oct 2019 47,970 miles

Nearside Front suspension mounting points corroded

Nearside Outer sill slightly corroded

Nearside inner sills slightly corroded

Nearside main steel power steering rack pipes corroded

Offside Front suspension mounting points corroded

Offside Inner sill slightly corroded

Offside Outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2018 47,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 46,465 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 46,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 44,883 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 42,661 miles

Nearside Front wiper split

Nearside Front tyre perished slightly

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front brake discs worn

Fail 28 Sep 2015 42,661 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre perished slightly

Nearside Front wiper split

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front brake discs worn

Pass 22 Oct 2014 40,444 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 35,510 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 35,510 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

OSF lower suspension arm rear mounting bush in poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2012 30,024 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 29,956 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside rear tyre wearing low.

Pass 23 Jun 2011 20,241 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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AP08 LKK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AP08 LKK, 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 AP08 LKK registered?

AP08 LKK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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