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RK57 LMV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,236 mi
Last recorded28,236 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK57 LMV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 28,236 miles

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))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 26,020 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 21,862 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 18,034 miles

all tyres perished

front suspension/hubs corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2016 17,723 miles

light corrosion to floorpan and front chassis legs

Pass 3 Nov 2015 16,983 miles

very light corrosion evident on both rear inner sills

Fail 14 Nov 2014 15,547 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 15,547 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 13,572 miles

damage to n/s front bumper

water in n/s headlight

Pass 13 Nov 2012 11,182 miles

all four tyres, outer sidewalls perished

Pass 15 Nov 2011 8,589 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 6,165 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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RK57 LMV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RK57 LMV, 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 RK57 LMV registered?

RK57 LMV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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The MOT history for RK57 LMV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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