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MA08 LVL

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,187 mi
Last recorded56,187 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 LVL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 56,187 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 51,296 miles

Nearside Front movement in upper strut suspension bearing

Nearside Rear Outer tyre sidewall perished/splitting

Offside Rear Outer heavy cracking/perished tyre tread

oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2018 46,624 miles

offside rear tyre cracking and wear @4mm ( limit 1.6mm )

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

moisture behind nearside front headlamp lens slightly affecting beam image

nearside front bumper/wing trim damaged

nearside rear tyre slight cracking, slight irregular feel/wear and general wear @3.5/4mm ( limit 1.6mm )

Fail 1 Mar 2018 46,624 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

moisture behind nearside front headlamp lens slightly affecting beam image

nearside front bumper/wing trim damaged

nearside rear tyre slight cracking, slight irregular feel/wear and general wear @3.5/4mm ( limit 1.6mm )

offside front tyre edges wearing and general wear @3mm ( limit 1.6mm )

offside rear tyre cracking and wear @4mm ( limit 1.6mm )

Pass 20 Mar 2017 42,768 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 38,815 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 35,225 miles

Coolant leak

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

brake fluid leaking from hydraulic clutch pipe

n/s/f inner driveshaft gaitor has seepage of grease but preventing ingress of dirt

o/s/f inner driveshaft gaitor has seepage of grease but preventing ingress of dirt

Fail 5 Mar 2015 35,225 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake fluid leaking from hydraulic clutch pipe

n/s/f inner driveshaft gaitor has seepage of grease but preventing ingress of dirt

o/s/f inner driveshaft gaitor has seepage of grease but preventing ingress of dirt

Pass 6 Mar 2014 32,555 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 32,555 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 27,759 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 23,331 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 18,486 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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MA08 LVL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MA08 LVL, 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 MA08 LVL registered?

MA08 LVL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MA08 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 LVL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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