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LT08 JYK

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

60,136 mi
Last recorded60,136 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 JYK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 60,136 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 5 Apr 2017 60,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 31 Mar 2016 55,020 miles

baby seat fitted unable to check all rear seat belts

Fail 1 Apr 2015 50,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 50,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 46,504 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Apr 2014 46,484 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 41,189 miles

slight gearbox oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2013 41,189 miles

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

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

slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2012 32,500 miles

advise front discs lipped worn

advise front inner wheel rims damaged

strong advise gearbox oil leak

strong advise o/s headlamp beam image poor

strong advise o/s/f tyre 1mmon the inner edge 2mm outer edge

Pass 14 Apr 2011 23,155 miles

advise headlamp patterns getting poor

advise n/s/r handbrake cable loose not fouling anything

advise o/s/f inner wheel rim damaged

advise slight lip front discs

strong advise bad gearbox oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2011 23,150 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise headlamp patterns getting poor

advise n/s/r handbrake cable loose not fouling anything

advise o/s/f inner wheel rim damaged

advise slight lip front discs

strong advise bad gearbox oil leak

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 JYK 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 LT08 JYK, 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 JYK registered?

LT08 JYK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LT08 JYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 JYK shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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