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LC08 YBW

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,588 mi
Last recorded42,588 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YBW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 42,588 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 41,087 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 39,150 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 37,246 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2022 37,246 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 34,355 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 27,176 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 24,210 miles

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 20,926 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 19,222 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 17,357 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 16,617 miles

Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 15,877 miles

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

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2013 14,370 miles

brake pedal slightly spongey, fluid level was low no obivous leaks

n/s/r tyre pressure low

Fail 25 Jun 2013 14,370 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

brake pedal slightly spongey, fluid level was low no obivous leaks

n/s/r tyre pressure low

Pass 26 Jun 2012 11,507 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 8,676 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 8,676 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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LC08 YBW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC08 YBW, 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 LC08 YBW registered?

LC08 YBW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is LC08 YBW safe to buy?

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