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LM57 BUP

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

104,500 mi
Last recorded104,500 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 BUP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 104,500 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2018 104,294 miles

Nearside Rear Body insecure wheel arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside sill corroded

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 93,925 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 93,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 78,649 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 78,649 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 62,363 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 46,572 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn inner tread

some lift in n/s/r upper shocker bush

Pass 24 Sep 2013 37,441 miles

rear tyres perished on outer walls in tread

Pass 1 Oct 2012 30,168 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)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 28,579 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 24,643 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 24,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LM57 BUP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LM57 BUP, 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 LM57 BUP registered?

LM57 BUP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is LM57 BUP safe to buy?

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