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LO08 MSX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,947 mi
Last recorded90,947 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 MSX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2021 90,947 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 85,161 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre perished ()

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 77,037 miles

Offside Rear brakes noisy

Offside condensation in headlamp

Fail 20 Jul 2019 77,037 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear brakes noisy

Offside condensation in headlamp

Pass 21 Jun 2018 67,130 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 67,129 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 59,279 miles
Pass 1 May 2016 52,385 miles
Fail 1 May 2016 52,385 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 40,707 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Jun 2014 28,382 miles

Both floorings damaged..

Front Flexi brake hoses insecure

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 27,981 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,919 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,059 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 MSX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 MSX, 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 MSX registered?

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

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