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KP08 LYK

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,744 mi
Last recorded97,744 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 LYK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2025 97,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 92,011 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 83,211 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 82,069 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor strengthening plate (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

evidence of coolant leak from temp sensor housing

fuel filter corroded

Pass 23 Dec 2021 71,287 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 59,116 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 51,249 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 47,766 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 42,342 miles

both front tyres scrubbed on inner shoulders

Pass 3 Apr 2017 38,838 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 34,435 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 30,829 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 26,245 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 20,946 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 16,110 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,574 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 LYK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KP08 LYK, 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 KP08 LYK registered?

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

Is KP08 LYK safe to buy?

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