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EK08 LXG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

68,358 mi
Last recorded68,358 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 LXG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 68,358 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 66,097 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 66,097 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 63,190 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 63,174 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 59,637 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 56,783 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 51,972 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 44,952 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 37,752 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 30,605 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 30,595 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 23,155 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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EK08 LXG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EK08 LXG, 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 EK08 LXG registered?

EK08 LXG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is EK08 LXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 LXG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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