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LS08 FJX

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,749 mi
Last recorded41,749 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 FJX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 41,749 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 37,519 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 37,486 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 32,388 miles

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

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

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 30,453 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 28,702 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 21,476 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 13,327 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 5,796 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 3,166 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 2,998 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 2,650 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 2,229 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 1,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2011 1,373 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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LS08 FJX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LS08 FJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS08 FJX registered?

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

Is LS08 FJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 FJX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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