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KL57 DXA

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,365 mi
Last recorded88,365 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL57 DXA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 88,365 miles

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 75,615 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2017 54,730 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 34,581 miles

Nearside Front wishbone bush starting to unbond

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

Rear tyres perished on the side walls

Pass 9 May 2015 31,768 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 31,767 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 May 2014 21,059 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 21,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 23,177 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 22,315 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 17,241 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 11,335 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 11,335 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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KL57 DXA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,297cc 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 KL57 DXA, 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 KL57 DXA registered?

KL57 DXA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is KL57 DXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL57 DXA 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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