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LG08 EZZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

85,838 mi
Last recorded85,838 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 EZZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 85,838 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2021 85,838 miles

Emissions not tested engine misfire/poor running (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure box/mounting broke (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 84,077 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 84,077 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2019 79,512 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 79,512 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 75,223 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 75,223 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 71,466 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 67,992 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 67,992 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 62,266 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 62,266 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 56,698 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front discs and pads showing signs of wear.

front tyres cracking around treads, cords or ply not showing yet. 165/65/13

Pass 8 Feb 2013 51,647 miles

condensation in o/s headlamp

Pass 10 Feb 2012 45,828 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 39,940 miles

handbrake travel high

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

o/s/f tyre close to legal limit 2mm

rear tyres beginning to crack/perrish

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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LG08 EZZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LG08 EZZ, 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 LG08 EZZ registered?

LG08 EZZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LG08 EZZ safe to buy?

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