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Ford KA

Green · Petrol · 2008 · 1,299 cc

LS08 FGUMOT history

LS08 FGU is a green petrol Ford KA first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

LS08 FGU green Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
87,625 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 FGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 FGU was last recorded at 87,625 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Mar 2021: 69,438 miles, lower than 69,439 miles on 2 Mar 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
87,625 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,625 miles
  • 2024 – 82,944 miles
  • 2023 – 79,045 miles
  • 2022 – 73,863 miles
  • 2021 – 69,438 miles
  • 2020 – 65,341 miles
  • 2019 – 61,261 miles
  • 2018 – 56,186 miles
  • 2017 – 50,384 miles
  • 2016 – 44,900 miles
  • 2015 – 40,655 miles
  • 2014 – 34,332 miles
  • 2013 – 29,057 miles
  • 2012 – 23,457 miles
  • 2011 – 15,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,625 miles
  • AdvisoryInner sills slightly corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • General underbody corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive under engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,625 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,625 miles
    Test number
    613828205962
    • AdvisoryInner sills slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,625 miles (+4,681)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,625 miles
    Test number
    867376511675
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner sills slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,944 miles
    Test number
    825038788478
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail82,944 miles (+3,899)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,944 miles
    Test number
    337017306354
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass79,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,045 miles
    Test number
    855816300611
    • AdvisoryTyres fitted to front axle 155/70x13 , rear axle 165/65x13

  6. Fail79,045 miles (+5,182)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,045 miles
    Test number
    409492181107
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure mounting bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyres fitted to front axle 155/70x13 , rear axle 165/65x13

  7. Pass73,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    869219924695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,863 miles (+4,425)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    927512771234
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear box mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass69,438 miles (-1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,438 miles
    Test number
    699273784434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail69,439 miles (+4,098)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,439 miles
    Test number
    752347313340
    • DangerousOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner and outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass65,341 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,341 miles
    Test number
    676584249218
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion both sides axle mounting areas inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play / movement in nearside front strut top mounting

  12. Fail65,341 miles (+4,080)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,341 miles
    Test number
    768465272667
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both jets (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion both sides axle mounting areas inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play / movement in nearside front strut top mounting

  13. Pass61,261 miles (+5,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,261 miles
    Test number
    147171717529
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass56,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,186 miles
    Test number
    747826226161
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear subframe front outer bush slight movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail56,186 miles (+5,802)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,186 miles
    Test number
    432409758976
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated Fitted new number plate (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working Fit new bulb (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working Fitted new bulb (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear subframe front outer bush slight movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass50,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    826316643627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,384 miles (+5,484)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    823310165728
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass44,900 miles (+4,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,900 miles
    Test number
    296727327366
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass40,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,655 miles
    Test number
    446347885043
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail40,655 miles (+6,323)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,655 miles
    Test number
    906927985081
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass34,332 miles (+5,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,332 miles
    Test number
    828164584086
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass29,057 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,057 miles
    Test number
    236798263079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,457 miles
    Test number
    648196682042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,457 miles (+7,710)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,457 miles
    Test number
    258716382086
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass15,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,747 miles
    Test number
    639822881063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 FGU

Does LS08 FGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 FGU expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 FGU?
The MOT on LS08 FGU expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 FGU done?
LS08 FGU was recorded at 87,625 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 5,136 miles a year.
Has LS08 FGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 FGU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS08 FGU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS08 FGU find?
LS08 FGU passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 4 advisories: inner sills slightly corroded.; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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