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LG58 HSL

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,040 mi
Last recorded63,040 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 HSL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2019 63,040 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Hole in backbox causing failure (8.2.1.2 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Floor of the boot (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective Bracket corroded off backbox (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 56,762 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 50,711 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 46,749 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2016 46,749 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 42,923 miles

Advanced corrosion to o.s body sill

Corrosion to exhaust system

Slight damaged to inner rim of each front road wheel

Fail 10 Sep 2015 42,923 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Advanced corrosion to o.s body sill

Corrosion to exhaust system

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

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

Slight damaged to inner rim of each front road wheel

Travel and soft brake pedal recommend a full brake check

Pass 9 Sep 2014 39,452 miles

O/F Sill Has Slight Corrosion

Pass 13 Sep 2013 33,678 miles

low to no tread on inner part of n/s/f tyre

corrosion to parts of exhaust system

n/s/r tyre out of shape ,only just passed test .recommend it to be replaced

o/s/r tyre becoming out of shape

Pass 14 Sep 2012 27,082 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 19,247 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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LG58 HSL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LG58 HSL, 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 HSL registered?

LG58 HSL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 September 2008.

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