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LHZ 3178

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

108,162 mi
Last recorded108,162 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHZ 3178
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 108,162 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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) (i))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 108,162 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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) (i))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 106,358 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 23 May 2016 104,300 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 93,162 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2015 93,162 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 77,681 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Jul 2014 77,681 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 63,208 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 63,208 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 49,112 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 32,649 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 32,649 miles

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

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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LHZ 3178 is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 LHZ 3178, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LHZ 3178 registered?

LHZ 3178 is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is LHZ 3178 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHZ 3178 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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