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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,297 cc

LX08 VLUMOT history

LX08 VLU is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 73,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2022.

LX08 VLU silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2022
Mileage
73,874 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2022
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 VLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,297 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX08 VLU was last recorded at 73,874 miles on 9 Aug 2022, 3,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,539 miles · 16 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,335 miles
Average per year
4,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,874 miles
  • 2021 – 70,539 miles
  • 2019 – 69,191 miles
  • 2018 – 67,417 miles
  • 2017 – 59,521 miles
  • 2016 – 53,567 miles
  • 2015 – 48,104 miles
  • 2014 – 41,275 miles
  • 2013 – 35,006 miles
  • 2012 – 30,968 miles
  • 2011 – 22,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,874 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/ inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Steering locking device missing track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear under body and rear axle beam

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front body has slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,874 miles (+3,335)11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,874 miles
    Test number
    673795441235
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/ inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Steering locking device missing track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear under body and rear axle beam

  2. Pass70,539 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    70,539 miles
    Test number
    829783248102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,191 miles (+1,774)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,191 miles
    Test number
    956032617632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,417 miles (+209)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,417 miles
    Test number
    909207383403
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s rear

  5. Fail67,208 miles (+7,687)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,208 miles
    Test number
    349745124928
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s rear

  6. Pass59,521 miles (+5,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,521 miles
    Test number
    683656778363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass53,567 miles (+5,463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,567 miles
    Test number
    350369856979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass48,104 miles (+6,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,104 miles
    Test number
    350558706401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass41,275 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    41,275 miles
    Test number
    859060444277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel filter slightly corroded

  10. Fail41,275 miles (+6,269)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,275 miles
    Test number
    549834034231
    • FailureCentre Front Upper Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel filter slightly corroded

  11. Pass35,006 miles (+4,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,006 miles
    Test number
    588103743221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass30,968 miles (+8,587)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    30,968 miles
    Test number
    975743042272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,381 miles
    Test number
    248603481028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LX08 VLU

Does LX08 VLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX08 VLU expired on 15 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX08 VLU?
The MOT on LX08 VLU expired on 15 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX08 VLU done?
LX08 VLU was recorded at 73,874 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2022, an average of 4,525 miles a year.
Has LX08 VLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 VLU has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LX08 VLU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX08 VLU find?
LX08 VLU failed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2022 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting; nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting; nearside headlamp aim too far to the right, and 11 more.

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