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LS08 ULK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

65,464 mi
Last recorded65,464 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 ULK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 65,464 miles

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 65,452 miles

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 64,759 miles

Front Steering Rack Has small oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2020 63,302 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 61,050 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 58,867 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 56,570 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 53,977 miles

n/s/f tyre worn from outside edge and has cuts on outside wall

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres has cracks

Pass 5 Jun 2015 48,339 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres has cuts/cracks on outside wall

n/s/f tyre is worn from outside edge

o/s/r tyre has cracks

Pass 17 Jun 2014 44,279 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 44,276 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 39,639 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 35,132 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 35,132 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 30,464 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 30,464 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 24,859 miles

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

Oil leak

spare tyre 3mm/2mm tread depth.severe oil leak evident from the offside rear on engine,requires further investigation-repairs ?

Fail 3 Mar 2011 24,859 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

spare tyre 3mm/2mm tread depth.severe oil leak evident from the offside rear on engine,requires further investigation-repairs ?

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 ULK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 ULK, 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 ULK registered?

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

Is LS08 ULK safe to buy?

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