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LL08 RKE

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

29,153 mi
Last recorded29,153 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 RKE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 29,153 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 25,520 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 24,393 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 23,203 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 22,035 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 21,070 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 19,717 miles

Coolant leak thermostat housing ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 17,835 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 17,835 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 16,207 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 14,821 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 14,298 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 13,315 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 13,315 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 11,989 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 11,989 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 10,425 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 8,418 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,297 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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LL08 RKE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 LL08 RKE, 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 LL08 RKE registered?

LL08 RKE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is LL08 RKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL08 RKE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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