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LO08 MKF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

101,958 mi
Last recorded101,958 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 MKF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 101,958 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2025 101,956 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner, outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner, outer sill and inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner, outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner, outer sill and inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 101,592 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 95,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion across under body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 88,342 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 82,268 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 78,272 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 78,270 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2019 73,617 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 73,617 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 64,759 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 52,861 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 43,277 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 33,608 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 29,479 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 25,029 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 25,029 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 21,488 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 17,829 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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LO08 MKF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MKF, 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 LO08 MKF registered?

LO08 MKF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LO08 MKF safe to buy?

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