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LR08 HPA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,474 mi
Last recorded35,474 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 HPA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 35,474 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 11 Oct 2016 35,474 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Pass 17 Oct 2015 32,009 miles

offside rear tyre cracking/splitting

Pass 22 Oct 2014 29,373 miles

rear tyres cracking

Fail 17 Oct 2013 22,965 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 22,965 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 18,788 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 12,875 miles

h/lamp aim on lower level

Pass 26 Apr 2011 11,606 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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LR08 HPA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 LR08 HPA, 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 HPA registered?

LR08 HPA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is LR08 HPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 HPA 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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