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CY08 LFF

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

67,598 mi
Last recorded67,598 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY08 LFF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 67,598 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear petrol cap area slight surface corrosion

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

general underbody surface corrosion

Fail 1 Nov 2023 67,598 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear petrol cap area slight surface corrosion

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 28 Oct 2022 60,727 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 54,768 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 54,762 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear inner wheel arch 30cms of rear axle eye mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Offside rear outer sill / inner rear wheel arch corroded 30cms of rear axle eye mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Reversing lamps inoperative

Pass 27 Oct 2020 51,164 miles

Offside Rear Chassis inner wheel arch corroded

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 51,131 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Discs in poor condition (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Both bushes in rear axle worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Chassis inner wheel arch corroded

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 50,691 miles

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

Nearside Front lower arm rear bush deteriorated

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

corrosion present,flooring areas,outer sills,front chassis legs,nearside and offside

front inner wheel arch covers fitted,nearside and offside

Fail 16 Oct 2019 50,691 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure chassis mounting corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis,,attaching subframe (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front lower arm rear bush deteriorated

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

corrosion present,flooring areas,outer sills,front chassis legs,nearside and offside

front inner wheel arch covers fitted,nearside and offside

Pass 13 Oct 2018 49,299 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Oct 2018 49,299 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 44,893 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 44,893 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 39,965 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 37,463 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

chassis corroding

fuel tank corroding

wipers smear windscreen

Pass 28 May 2015 37,463 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

chassis corroding

fuel tank corroding

wipers smear windscreen

Pass 29 May 2014 26,427 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 21,921 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 18,130 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 14,378 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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CY08 LFF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 CY08 LFF, 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 CY08 LFF registered?

CY08 LFF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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