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LO08 HPC

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,607 mi
Last recorded128,607 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 HPC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 128,607 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 106,306 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 72,913 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 47,540 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 40,802 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 40,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2012 37,951 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,836 miles

advise front brakes slightly worn

Fail 18 May 2011 34,836 miles

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

advise front brakes slightly worn

advise rear tyres perished on the shoulders

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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LO08 HPC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LO08 HPC, 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 LO08 HPC registered?

LO08 HPC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is LO08 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 HPC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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