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LR58 UNU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,139 mi
Last recorded39,139 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 UNU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2023 39,139 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn beam axle mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn beam axle mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by splash guard in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front play in suspension strut top mount

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by splash guard in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Oct 2022 38,314 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear corroded / (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

under side and outer sills rusty

Fail 26 Oct 2022 38,314 miles

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

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear corroded / (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

under side and outer sills rusty

Pass 11 Oct 2021 36,992 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 35,694 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 34,136 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 32,575 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 30,033 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 27,071 miles

Exhaust back box close to body (knocking)

Surface corrosion to front discs due to standing

Fail 28 Oct 2016 27,071 miles

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

Exhaust back box close to body (knocking)

Surface corrosion to front discs due to standing

Pass 22 Jan 2016 22,414 miles

Spare tyre flat

Fail 22 Jan 2016 22,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and offside (1.8)

Spare tyre flat

Pass 2 Feb 2015 18,415 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 15,629 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 12,408 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 12,408 miles

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,660 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 10,660 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LR58 UNU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR58 UNU, 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 LR58 UNU registered?

LR58 UNU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 September 2008.

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