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DL57 LDY

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,775 mi
Last recorded67,775 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 LDY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2017 67,775 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 59,217 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 54,308 miles

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

brake servo vacume pipe damaged

corrosion to both inner sills

fuel filter corroded

Fail 20 Jun 2015 54,308 miles

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

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

brake servo vacume pipe damaged

corrosion to both inner sills

fuel filter corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2014 52,195 miles

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

brake servo vacume pipe split but brakes operation not affected

corrosion to both rear inner sills

Pass 4 Jul 2013 49,255 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 45,224 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 35,935 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 34,528 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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DL57 LDY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DL57 LDY, 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 DL57 LDY registered?

DL57 LDY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is DL57 LDY safe to buy?

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