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AV08 LZS

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,168 mi
Last recorded55,168 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 LZS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2020 55,168 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush perrished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 50,017 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 47,152 miles

CORROSION ON BODY AROUND FUEL FILLER NECK

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 47,150 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

CORROSION ON BODY AROUND FUEL FILLER NECK

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front TYRE PRESSURES LOW 20LBS

Pass 2 Feb 2017 39,570 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

exhaust centre pipe rusty

floor rusty in places

Pass 25 Feb 2016 32,613 miles

FUEL FILTER CANISTER HEAVILY CORRODED

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

INSIDE EDGES OF FRONT TYRES WORN - POSSIBLE TRACKING ISSUE.

Fail 25 Feb 2016 32,613 miles

FUEL FILTER CANISTER HEAVILY CORRODED

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (1.8)

INSIDE EDGES OF FRONT TYRES WORN - POSSIBLE TRACKING ISSUE.

Fail 5 Feb 2015 25,589 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 25,589 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 19,719 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 15,199 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

all 4 tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,880 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 10,495 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 10,495 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AV08 LZS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AV08 LZS, 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

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What year was AV08 LZS registered?

AV08 LZS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AV08 LZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 LZS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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