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LS08 VUO

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,028 mi
Last recorded95,028 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 95,028 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 77,460 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 74,540 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2022 74,539 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust heat shield damaged and loose.

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 71,869 miles

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded

Front & Rear Suspensions Are Slightly Corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front & Rear (1.2.1 (e))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 13 Jul 2021 71,869 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both Front (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded

Front & Rear Suspensions Are Slightly Corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front & Rear (1.2.1 (e))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 14 Jul 2020 69,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 64,970 miles

Nearside Front top mount has play

Fail 12 Apr 2019 64,970 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front top mount has play

Pass 11 Apr 2018 59,493 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre Rubber Perishing

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 54,285 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 48,336 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 22 Apr 2015 44,854 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 40,643 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 36,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 36,908 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 27,663 miles

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

o/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall (not to cord)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 21,836 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 VUO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VUO, 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 VUO registered?

LS08 VUO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is LS08 VUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 VUO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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