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LE57 MLF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

64,831 mi
Last recorded64,831 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE57 MLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 64,831 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear tyres perished

Fail 24 Jan 2023 64,785 miles

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear tyres perished

Pass 3 Feb 2022 60,697 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 57,162 miles

rear axle bushes worn

some corrosion to front floor pan

some corrosion to rear inner sills, wheel arches

Pass 30 Jan 2020 53,578 miles

front pads worn, nearing limit. Discs worn

front top mounts worn

some corrosion to rear axle mounting points/ inner sills

Pass 30 Jan 2019 50,219 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2019 50,129 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 45,538 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 42,541 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 38,492 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 3 Feb 2015 34,564 miles

front tyres low on outside edges

offside rear suspension strut top mount has play

Pass 4 Feb 2014 30,141 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 26,362 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 22,626 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 22,625 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 17,821 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 17,820 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LE57 MLF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 LE57 MLF, 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 LE57 MLF registered?

LE57 MLF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is LE57 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE57 MLF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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