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LG08 XFL

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,278 mi
Last recorded47,278 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 XFL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 47,278 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 38,643 miles

Items removed from drivers view

Pass 26 Mar 2014 32,974 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 32,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 27,562 miles

brake fluid level low pads good no leaks evident

Fail 19 Mar 2013 27,562 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake fluid level low pads good no leaks evident

Pass 26 Mar 2012 21,212 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES NEARING WEAR BAND INDICATORS

Spare tyre defective

Fail 26 Mar 2012 21,212 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES NEARING WEAR BAND INDICATORS

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 Mar 2011 15,489 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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LG08 XFL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XFL, 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 XFL registered?

LG08 XFL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LG08 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 XFL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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