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LT08 KGN

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

65,266 mi
Last recorded65,266 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 KGN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 65,266 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 65,908 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 65,258 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 65,257 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2018 62,230 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 62,230 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 60,246 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 59,055 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 59,055 miles

Front Lower Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 52,107 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 40,234 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,995 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,000 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

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 KGN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KGN, 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 KGN registered?

LT08 KGN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LT08 KGN safe to buy?

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