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KP08 LXA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

122,542 mi
Last recorded122,542 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 LXA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2021 122,542 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 118,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 118,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 112,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and worn on edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 112,667 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and worn on edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 106,142 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 99,073 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 91,991 miles

Offside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear both rear tyres perishing

Fail 7 Jun 2016 91,991 miles

Offside Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear both rear tyres perishing

Pass 12 Jun 2015 83,708 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 76,155 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 68,786 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 27 Jun 2012 59,371 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 59,371 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Fail 18 Jun 2011 50,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 50,589 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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KP08 LXA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP08 LXA, 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 KP08 LXA registered?

KP08 LXA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KP08 LXA safe to buy?

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