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EJ08 LSV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

76,844 mi
Last recorded76,844 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 LSV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 76,844 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 76,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 74,762 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 71,152 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 70,497 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 70,497 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 67,945 miles

Nearside Front wiper slight deteriaing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 67,317 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 67,317 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 Jun 2015 59,799 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 59,799 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 45,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 45,698 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 37,126 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 30,102 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 30,102 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 24,410 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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EJ08 LSV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver 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 EJ08 LSV, 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 EJ08 LSV registered?

EJ08 LSV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is EJ08 LSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 LSV shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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