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CA08 LNV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

80,383 mi
Last recorded80,383 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 LNV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 80,383 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 80,381 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush axle beam (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 67,644 miles

corrosion throughout vehicle underside

Fail 21 May 2016 67,506 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

corrosion throughout vehicle underside

Pass 13 May 2015 53,939 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 14 May 2014 39,444 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 39,258 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2013 27,896 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,134 miles

light scratch on windscreen

Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,425 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

windscreen marked..front bumper damaged

Fail 25 May 2011 13,234 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

windscreen marked..front bumper damaged

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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CA08 LNV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CA08 LNV, 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 CA08 LNV registered?

CA08 LNV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is CA08 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 LNV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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