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RJ58 LCG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

81,403 mi
Last recorded81,403 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 LCG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 81,403 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 81,401 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 70,456 miles

Cracking in outer wall of nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front lower suspension arm, rear bush starting to unbond

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2021 70,456 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Coolant leak ()

Cracking in outer wall of nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front lower suspension arm, rear bush starting to unbond

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 68,267 miles

underside showing some signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Mar 2019 61,224 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2017 53,984 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 46,864 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 40,450 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 34,677 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 30,324 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 30,324 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 26,153 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 20,933 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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RJ58 LCG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 RJ58 LCG, 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 RJ58 LCG registered?

RJ58 LCG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 November 2008.

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