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MT08 LBL

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,893 mi
Last recorded76,893 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 LBL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2023 76,893 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2022 71,947 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 71,870 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 68,231 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 66,586 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Underbody corrosion, not seriously weakened

Fail 20 Mar 2020 66,586 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Underbody corrosion, not seriously weakened

Pass 3 Apr 2019 57,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill has a small hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 55,295 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 52,892 miles

All 4 Tyres Cracking/Perishing On Tread

Oil leak From Transmission Area ()

Pass 19 May 2016 50,502 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 48,507 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 41,420 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 32,752 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 24,102 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 17,042 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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MT08 LBL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MT08 LBL, 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 MT08 LBL registered?

MT08 LBL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is MT08 LBL safe to buy?

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