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LY57 LCX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

53,221 mi
Last recorded53,221 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 LCX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 53,221 miles

rear wiper blade defective

Pass 27 Jan 2025 52,725 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2025 52,725 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 52,555 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 52,351 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 52,351 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2022 52,129 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 51,594 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 51,594 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 50,789 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 50,789 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 49,240 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 49,240 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 47,389 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 45,077 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 45,077 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 42,911 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 42,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 40,695 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 40,695 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 38,573 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 35,006 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 35,006 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 30,802 miles

centre exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both rear tyres kracked auter wall

Pass 19 Jan 2011 26,549 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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LY57 LCX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 LY57 LCX, 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 LY57 LCX registered?

LY57 LCX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is LY57 LCX safe to buy?

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