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LS57 WPY

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

55,698 mi
Last recorded55,698 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 WPY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 55,698 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Mar 2020 55,698 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 51,653 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2019 51,653 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 46,435 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 46,435 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2017 45,796 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 45,796 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 40,128 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2016 40,128 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 35,628 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 33,223 miles

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

both front tyres wearing low on tread (3mm)

nsf wishbone bush starting to seperate

oil leaking from gear box (broken reverse light switch)

osf wiper blade split

Pass 18 Feb 2014 28,726 miles

nsf wish bone bush starting to seperate

Fail 18 Feb 2014 28,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nsf wish bone bush starting to seperate

Pass 21 Feb 2013 25,478 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2013 25,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 22,202 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 18,504 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 WPY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LS57 WPY, 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 LS57 WPY registered?

LS57 WPY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is LS57 WPY safe to buy?

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