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LX08 VMG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,005 mi
Last recorded21,005 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 21,005 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 20,046 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 19,192 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 18,264 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 16,813 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 15,850 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 14,925 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main wishbone bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 13,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 13,389 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 11,921 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 11,053 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2016 9,510 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2015 8,117 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2015 8,117 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 7,151 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 6,179 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 5,553 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 5,170 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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LX08 VMG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LX08 VMG, 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 LX08 VMG registered?

LX08 VMG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LX08 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 VMG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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