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LX08 VLY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

95,924 mi
Last recorded95,924 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 VLY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 95,924 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner Tyre wear on shoulder

Oil leak ()

Fail 17 Feb 2018 95,901 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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner Tyre wear on shoulder

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Mar 2017 87,896 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 87,896 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 79,588 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 79,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 70,763 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 70,762 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside rear tyre age cracks

wipers

Pass 8 Mar 2014 59,953 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 59,953 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 49,857 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 37,852 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing unevenly,suggest tracking

Pass 25 Feb 2011 26,355 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 26,355 miles

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

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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LX08 VLY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LX08 VLY, 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 LX08 VLY registered?

LX08 VLY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is LX08 VLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 VLY shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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