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LS08 KVO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,199 mi
Last recorded65,199 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 65,199 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2023 62,681 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 59,203 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021 55,926 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 52,681 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 52,586 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 50,702 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 48,824 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 48,824 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 44,501 miles

nearside and offside front suspension lower arm bush bonding starting to deteriorate

nearside and offside rear tyres perishing and starting to split - recommend replacing soon

Pass 27 Apr 2015 38,785 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 34,228 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 29,477 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 24,868 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 20,807 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 KVO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc 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 KVO, 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 KVO registered?

LS08 KVO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is LS08 KVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 KVO 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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