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LL57 BSU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

37,827 mi
Last recorded37,827 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL57 BSU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 37,827 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and back (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 31,004 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 31,004 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 19,739 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 15,181 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill in rusty condition (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill in rusty condition (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 14,451 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 May 2019 14,451 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 May 2018 13,417 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 13,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 44,712 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 11,391 miles

Nearside Front cracks on on tread req attention

Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,234 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 10,234 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,998 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 8,998 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 7,411 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 20 Jun 2013 7,411 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 5,980 miles

cuts in tyre sidewalls o/s/f and n/s/r

Pass 12 Apr 2011 4,892 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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LL57 BSU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LL57 BSU, 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 LL57 BSU registered?

LL57 BSU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 February 2008.

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