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RO08 LBL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,356 mi
Last recorded63,356 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 LBL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 63,356 miles

Front o/s and n/s chassis has surface corrosion

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

Offside outersill has surface corrosion

Pass 6 Nov 2021 56,460 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall / on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front outer sill has surface corrosion

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

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

general surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 5 Nov 2020 51,282 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 44,412 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 37,282 miles

all tyres badly perished

Pass 11 Oct 2017 35,991 miles

Front wiper blades starting to split

Pass 17 Oct 2016 34,844 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 33,162 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both front upper very slight play (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 30,590 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre cracking outer sidewall

Pass 8 Nov 2013 28,097 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 25,662 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 20,841 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 20,841 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 11,923 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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RO08 LBL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RO08 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RO08 LBL registered?

RO08 LBL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is RO08 LBL safe to buy?

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