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LG58 FAF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

36,668 mi
Last recorded36,668 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 FAF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 36,668 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 32,525 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 27,475 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 30 Aug 2022 27,475 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 23,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also deep cracks in the outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2021 23,877 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also deep cracks in the outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 21,725 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 21,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2019 19,769 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 18,414 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 15,889 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 12,312 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 12,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to cord perished 165/65/r13 (4.1.D.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 10,492 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,952 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 9,141 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 9,141 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,644 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 5,550 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wipers smeary.

rera wiper smeary/juddery.

Pass 13 Aug 2012 5,550 miles

front wipers smeary.

rera wiper smeary/juddery.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 4,343 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 4,343 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LG58 FAF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 LG58 FAF, 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 LG58 FAF registered?

LG58 FAF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is LG58 FAF safe to buy?

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