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DV08 LGC

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,119 mi
Last recorded50,119 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 LGC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 50,119 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 50,119 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength SILL REAR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2019 49,310 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 46,039 miles

FUEL FILLER PIPE CORRODED BUT NOT LEAKING

Pass 18 Apr 2017 42,744 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2017 42,744 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 39,362 miles

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

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 39,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,963 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2014 32,505 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 28,253 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 24,080 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 24,080 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 18,688 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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DV08 LGC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 DV08 LGC, 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 DV08 LGC registered?

DV08 LGC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is DV08 LGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 LGC 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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