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CV08 LXK

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

61,608 mi
Last recorded61,608 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 LXK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 61,608 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both floors, chassis rails, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches slightly corroded

fuel filler neck pipe slightly corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2020 54,542 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 54,538 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 50,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inside Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inside Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking around Inner and Outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 50,973 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Plate underside by inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced All around fuel filler cap area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear sill area small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Exhaust mount broken exhaust loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inside wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill area Front to Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inside wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking around inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill area Front to Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various areas underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 47,951 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 47,591 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower inner wheel arch and sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 43,207 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 36,208 miles

Both outer sills showing signs of corrosion

Fail 27 Jul 2016 36,208 miles

Both outer sills showing signs of corrosion

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 32,920 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 32,920 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 7 Apr 2014 29,001 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 25,632 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 25,632 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 21,642 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,395 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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CV08 LXK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 CV08 LXK, 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 CV08 LXK registered?

CV08 LXK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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