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FL58 LCU

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,362 mi
Last recorded84,362 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 LCU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 84,362 miles

both rear tyres on outer sidewall have slight perished

o/s/f head light has slight condensation

o/s/f outer sill panel has slight corroded

Fail 6 Jul 2018 84,362 miles

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

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

both rear tyres on outer sidewall have slight perished

o/s/f head light has slight condensation

o/s/f outer sill panel has slight corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2017 74,708 miles

fluctuation to both front brakes

Pass 6 Jul 2016 65,378 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Jul 2015 55,496 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 55,496 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 44,798 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 34,540 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 21,598 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 9,269 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,432 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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FL58 LCU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FL58 LCU, 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 FL58 LCU registered?

FL58 LCU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is FL58 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 LCU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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