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LS08 VTE

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,733 mi
Last recorded64,733 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 64,733 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive side sill, adjacent rear suspension lower arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 54,544 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (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))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 47,869 miles

EML illuminated

Handbrake light intermittent

Nearside body damaged

Fail 13 Apr 2018 47,849 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML illuminated

Handbrake light intermittent

Nearside body damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2017 39,486 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 39,486 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge showing cords (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 32,298 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 27,752 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,661 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 19,488 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 14,773 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 10,847 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 VTE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VTE, 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 VTE registered?

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

Is LS08 VTE safe to buy?

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