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LS08 UOB

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,930 mi
Last recorded39,930 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 39,930 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 33,045 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Mar 2017 33,045 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Coolant level ow

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Mar 2016 32,032 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 31,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 27,672 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 25,735 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Mar 2013 23,687 miles

All Four Tyres Showing Signs Of Cracking But Not Exposing Canvas

Pass 16 Mar 2012 21,323 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 21,323 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,044 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Front offside & nearside tyres has cuts

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

Rear offside & nearside tyres has cuts

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 UOB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 UOB, 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 UOB registered?

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

Is LS08 UOB safe to buy?

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