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EO08 LGJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

101,570 mi
Last recorded101,570 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 LGJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 101,570 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 98,055 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 93,752 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 90,222 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 58,020 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Inner Sills/Marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Upper Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Upper Brake Pipes /Marked (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Inner Sills/Marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 58,020 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Inner Sills/Marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Upper Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Upper Brake Pipes /Marked (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside Inner Sills/Marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 56,379 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 54,278 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 54,278 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 52,562 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 52,562 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 51,140 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 49,054 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 46,372 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 45,304 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 38,953 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 32,280 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 24,625 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 18,482 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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EO08 LGJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EO08 LGJ, 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 EO08 LGJ registered?

EO08 LGJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 March 2008.

Is EO08 LGJ safe to buy?

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