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LS08 CVX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

78,128 mi
Last recorded78,128 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 CVX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 78,128 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 78,125 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 66,172 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 66,168 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 49,592 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2020 49,592 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 40,524 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2019 40,524 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 38,336 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2017 36,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also excessively worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 31 May 2017 36,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also excessively worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 27 May 2016 33,851 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inside rim (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres wearing close to legal limit on inner shoulders, nearside & offside

Fail 26 May 2016 33,837 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inside rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 31,118 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 28,412 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 28,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2013 25,311 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 22,184 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 4 May 2011 18,365 miles

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

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

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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LS08 CVX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LS08 CVX, 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 LS08 CVX registered?

LS08 CVX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LS08 CVX safe to buy?

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