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LD08 DXK

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests27 (15 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

127,809 mi
Last recorded127,809 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 DXK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 12 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 127,809 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 127,809 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2024 116,583 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear tyre,oval

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

front axle tyres 175/65r 14 and rear axle 165/60r14

front windscreen stone chip

Fail 11 Jun 2024 116,583 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working low beam (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65 r14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear tyre,oval

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

front axle tyres 175/65r 14 and rear axle 165/60r14

front windscreen stone chip

Pass 6 Jun 2023 104,534 miles

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

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front top mounts and bearing,slight play

front windscreen stone chip

Fail 6 Jun 2023 104,531 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working low beam (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn inner wall 165/60r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front top mounts and bearing,slight play

front windscreen stone chip

Pass 27 May 2022 92,775 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2022 92,775 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels 165/60r14 (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 28 May 2021 76,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1635/60r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2021 76,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1635/60r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/60r14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 60,589 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/60r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 60,589 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/60r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/60r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 46,596 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 46,596 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 38,742 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 38,723 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 2 May 2017 36,110 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 36,110 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 21 May 2016 33,262 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 33,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2015 29,962 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 29,962 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2014 25,675 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 May 2013 20,266 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 16,494 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 11,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2011 11,484 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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LD08 DXK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LD08 DXK, 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 LD08 DXK registered?

LD08 DXK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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