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LY57 NRL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

87,926 mi
Last recorded87,926 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 NRL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2020 87,926 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 87,926 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jun 2020 87,015 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 84,112 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 84,112 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 81,800 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 80,554 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 80,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 78,303 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 72,668 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 20 Nov 2015 72,668 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Dec 2014 61,347 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 52,056 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 45,508 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 45,508 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 42,897 miles

gearbox leaking oil

Pass 25 Jan 2011 37,843 miles

small buckle on nsf inner wheel rim

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 NRL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 NRL, 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 LY57 NRL registered?

LY57 NRL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

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The MOT history for LY57 NRL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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