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AU08 LCL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,333 mi
Last recorded112,333 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 LCL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 112,333 miles

nearside and offside front top mount bearings slightly sticking

nearside outer sill slight corrosion

offside rear tyre has a puncture

Fail 6 Oct 2018 112,333 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

nearside and offside front top mount bearings slightly sticking

nearside outer sill slight corrosion

offside rear tyre has a puncture

Pass 21 Nov 2017 107,610 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 107,610 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 103,153 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Dec 2015 92,340 miles

water leak

Fail 23 Dec 2015 92,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

water leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 74,286 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 60,091 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 46,910 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 34,806 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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AU08 LCL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AU08 LCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU08 LCL?

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What year was AU08 LCL registered?

AU08 LCL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is AU08 LCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 LCL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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