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LV58 VJZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

53,484 mi
Last recorded53,484 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV58 VJZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 53,484 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 53,478 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Top mount assembly excessive play (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Minor corrosion on both front floor pans

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 48,317 miles

Both front sill minor corrosion

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing

Offside Rear Sill minor corrosion

Slight play in both front top mount assembly's

Fail 6 Dec 2018 48,306 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

n/s/r tyre cracking in tread

Pass 1 Nov 2017 43,116 miles

Offside Rear tyre has age cracking

Pass 15 Nov 2016 40,041 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 40,041 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 36,965 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 36,965 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 31,529 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 29,490 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 27,049 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 24,230 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 24,230 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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LV58 VJZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LV58 VJZ, 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

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What year was LV58 VJZ registered?

LV58 VJZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is LV58 VJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV58 VJZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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