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LS08 TCY

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,719 mi
Last recorded98,719 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 TCY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 98,719 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 92,226 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 81,463 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 74,183 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 64,322 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 61,536 miles

both top mounts have slight play

n/s suspension bush deteriorating

Pass 9 Mar 2015 53,693 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 10 Mar 2014 45,379 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

n/s/r tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 10 Mar 2014 45,379 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/r tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 20 Mar 2013 37,394 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 30,024 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 30,024 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 22,739 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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LS08 TCY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TCY, 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 TCY registered?

LS08 TCY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LS08 TCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 TCY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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