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RK57 LTZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

80,829 mi
Last recorded80,829 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK57 LTZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 80,829 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged also loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component end of rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills and chassis rails--both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 80,829 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached --already detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged also loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component end of rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sills and chassis rails--both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 18 Mar 2022 77,714 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))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Mar 2022 77,714 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))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid refill bottle (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 73,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Mar 2021 73,253 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 69,263 miles

corrosion - underside body

Fail 12 Feb 2020 69,259 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion - underside body

Pass 18 Mar 2019 68,851 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear TOP MOUNTS HAVE PLAY

Pass 21 Feb 2018 68,654 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 68,654 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 67,950 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 56,180 miles

Fuel filter corroded

Items removed from driver’s view prior to test

Oil leak

Fail 1 Mar 2016 56,180 miles

Fuel filter corroded

Items removed from driver’s view prior to test

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2015 48,760 miles

n/s/f wheel arch trim and bumper slightly loose

Pass 8 Nov 2013 31,827 miles

both rear tyres perishing

grease weeping past n/s drive shaft inner boot clip

Pass 2 Nov 2012 19,929 miles

o/s/r tyre perishing

o/s/r tyre starting to crack between tread and side wall

Fail 2 Nov 2012 19,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

o/s/r tyre perishing

o/s/r tyre starting to crack between tread and side wall

Pass 21 Oct 2011 9,607 miles

all 4 tyres perishing

Pass 30 Jun 2010 7,432 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 LTZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 RK57 LTZ, 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 LTZ registered?

RK57 LTZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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