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LR08 GGP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

71,871 mi
Last recorded71,871 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 GGP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 71,871 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 66,053 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 60,100 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 54,471 miles

both front tyres are bald on inner edges

Pass 1 Feb 2017 48,013 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 48,012 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 35,110 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 32,971 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 30,452 miles

both front tyres getting low tread on outer edges

Fail 22 Jan 2014 30,452 miles

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

both front tyres getting low tread on outer edges

Pass 13 Feb 2013 26,143 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 21,021 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,513 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

bad oil leak

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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LR08 GGP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LR08 GGP, 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 LR08 GGP registered?

LR08 GGP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LR08 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 GGP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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