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LM57 PMX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,871 mi
Last recorded55,871 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 55,871 miles

front discs corroded

front lower arm bushes starting to split

inner sills corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Aug 2017 55,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front discs corroded

front lower arm bushes starting to split

inner sills corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Aug 2016 48,023 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 47,884 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 37,750 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 34,708 miles

front wishbone bush's debonding

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 7 Sep 2013 30,507 miles

bad oil leak

front brake discs worn

Pass 19 Sep 2012 28,037 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 27,628 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 12 Jan 2011 27,276 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 PMX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LM57 PMX, 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 LM57 PMX registered?

LM57 PMX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is LM57 PMX safe to buy?

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