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EY58 LFX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,489 mi
Last recorded69,489 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY58 LFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 69,489 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2018 69,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 64,263 miles

offside front lower suspension arm rear mounting bush worn/split

offside front tyre worn on inside edge & close to legal limit

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Fail 8 Apr 2017 64,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside front lower suspension arm rear mounting bush worn/split

offside front tyre worn on inside edge & close to legal limit

Pass 29 Apr 2016 59,315 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2016 59,165 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 54,911 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 51,153 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2013 39,686 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 25,098 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 11,457 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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EY58 LFX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 EY58 LFX, 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 EY58 LFX registered?

EY58 LFX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 September 2008.

Is EY58 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY58 LFX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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