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LS57 TZN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,740 mi
Last recorded68,740 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 TZN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 68,740 miles

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 68,740 miles

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 65,749 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 61,837 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2021 58,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear axle beam bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment

offside rear macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment

Pass 8 Feb 2020 55,342 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs worned. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs worned. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 47,464 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 41,775 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 40,255 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 38,368 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 32,362 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 28,728 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 24,622 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 21,021 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 17,359 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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LS57 TZN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LS57 TZN, 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 LS57 TZN registered?

LS57 TZN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LS57 TZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS57 TZN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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