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KV08 LMF

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

65,173 mi
Last recorded65,173 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 LMF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2019 65,173 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre badly worn on inner edge and worn close to the wear bars.

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

Offside Front Tyre very badly worn on inner edge and worn low @ 2mm.

Rear Both rear tyres worn close to the wear bars, worn out of shape, cracked and perished.

Pass 15 Jun 2018 61,102 miles

rear tyres worn on inner shoulders

Fail 11 Jun 2018 61,073 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear tyres worn on inner shoulders

Pass 19 Jun 2017 58,623 miles

Offside Front wheel arch insecure not a hazard at time of test

Fail 19 Jun 2017 58,623 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel arch insecure not a hazard at time of test

Pass 22 Jun 2016 54,280 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished.

Offside Front Tyre (4111) worn on inner edge, cracked and perished.

Pass 8 Jun 2015 50,245 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 50,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 46,675 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 42,284 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 36,629 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 36,629 miles

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

offside and nearside rear tyres very slightly perished on side walls

Pass 15 Apr 2011 28,286 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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KV08 LMF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 KV08 LMF, 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 KV08 LMF registered?

KV08 LMF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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