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LT08 JWA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,326 mi
Last recorded80,326 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 JWA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 80,326 miles

Nearside Rear fuel filler corroded

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side sells slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 72,432 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 67,958 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 59,840 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 59,835 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis damage (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 53,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to split (3.6.B.4d)

both front wishbone bushes perishing/creeking noise

rear exhaust bracket rusty

Fail 29 Nov 2016 53,659 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split hose (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to split (3.6.B.4d)

both front wishbone bushes perishing/creeking noise

rear exhaust bracket rusty

Pass 17 Nov 2015 47,220 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 40,967 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 36,804 miles

BIND TO N/S/R BRAKE/NOISE

O/S/F-N/S/F TYRES WEAR INNER EDGES

O/S/R-N/S/R TYRES PERISHING OUTERSIDE WALLS

Pass 16 Feb 2012 25,671 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,699 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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LT08 JWA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LT08 JWA, 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 LT08 JWA registered?

LT08 JWA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LT08 JWA safe to buy?

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