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LT08 KYZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,802 mi
Last recorded79,802 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 KYZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 79,802 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nsf and osf (4.1.4 (b))

nsf lower are rear bushes slight play

Pass 14 Feb 2023 74,290 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 74,290 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED WITH IN TOLLERENCE (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 69,206 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 64,692 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 64,692 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 62,031 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 57,984 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 53,729 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 50,339 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 46,901 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 42,838 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 35,014 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 29,010 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 21,624 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 KYZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KYZ, 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 KYZ registered?

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

Is LT08 KYZ safe to buy?

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