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LS08 VVZ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

97,989 mi
Last recorded97,989 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 VVZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2017 97,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. spare fitted (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front alloy inner rim bent

Nearside mirror glass broken

Offside Front alloy inner rim bent

both front brake discs inner face in poor condition

Pass 1 Jun 2016 85,360 miles

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

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

coolant level low

Fail 31 May 2016 85,360 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

coolant level low

Pass 27 May 2015 66,017 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 45,399 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2014 45,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 36,429 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 32,723 miles

front brake imbalance is high 22%

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

front brake discs are getting thin

Fail 13 Apr 2013 32,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

front brake discs are getting thin

front brake imbalance is high 22%

Pass 21 Apr 2012 24,793 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey when spinning.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,787 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 18,783 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 VVZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 VVZ, 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 VVZ registered?

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

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