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LV57 RXL

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,649 mi
Last recorded91,649 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 RXL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 91,649 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 83,418 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 73,831 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 63,403 miles

nearside headlamp has slight condensation inside lamp.

Fail 3 Jul 2015 63,403 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

bonnet safety catch not operating

nearside headlamp has slight condensation inside lamp.

Pass 3 Jul 2014 55,037 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 55,010 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 44,785 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

o/s/f aim on limits

slight water increse on n/s/f headlight

Fail 14 Apr 2012 35,256 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 35,256 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Apr 2011 28,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 28,673 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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LV57 RXL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LV57 RXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LV57 RXL?

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What year was LV57 RXL registered?

LV57 RXL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 January 2008.

Is LV57 RXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV57 RXL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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