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LS08 VUV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

84,545 mi
Last recorded84,545 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 84,545 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 83,307 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced fuel filler (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2024 82,036 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2024 82,036 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 81,663 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 81,663 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 80,419 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 78,519 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 78,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 76,436 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 71,442 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 67,489 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 67,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 61,837 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)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,815 miles

front wipers slightly split

Fail 18 Apr 2016 56,815 miles

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

front wipers slightly split

Fail 14 Apr 2015 50,710 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake fluid level is getting low

nearside and offside rear tyres are perishing sightly

nearside front tyre is bald on inner and outter tread and is on the legel limit

Pass 14 Apr 2015 50,710 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake fluid level is getting low

nearside and offside rear tyres are perishing sightly

nearside front tyre is bald on inner and outter tread and is on the legel limit

Pass 5 Apr 2014 41,138 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 41,138 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2013 32,551 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 32,551 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 25,443 miles

nearside front tyre has 2mm tread bald on outer edges and outer side walls cut

offside front tyre outer edges of tread perishing

Pass 15 Apr 2011 18,367 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 18,367 miles

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

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 VUV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VUV, 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 VUV registered?

LS08 VUV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is LS08 VUV safe to buy?

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