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Ford KA

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,297 cc

LX08 VRJMOT history

LX08 VRJ is a grey petrol Ford KA first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2022 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 67,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2022.

LX08 VRJ grey Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2022
Mileage
67,249 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 VRJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,297 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX08 VRJ was last recorded at 67,249 miles on 3 Mar 2022, 4,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Mar 2021: 63,167 miles, lower than 513,121 miles on 5 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
63,167 miles · 8 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
4,082 miles
Average per year
5,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 67,249 miles
  • 2021 – 63,167 miles
  • 2020 – 60,328 miles
  • 2019 – 52,379 miles
  • 2018 – 44,415 miles
  • 2017 – 30,265 miles
  • 2016 – 26,126 miles
  • 2015 – 23,147 miles
  • 2014 – 20,160 miles
  • 2013 – 16,476 miles
  • 2012 – 13,275 miles
  • 2011 – 9,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,249 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount has movement but not excessive
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount has movement but not excessive
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,249 miles (+4,082)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,249 miles
    Test number
    670892370473
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount has movement but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount has movement but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass63,167 miles (-449,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,167 miles
    Test number
    458583996993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail513,121 miles (+452,793)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    513,121 miles
    Test number
    566141620043
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass60,328 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,328 miles
    Test number
    923196157513
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail60,327 miles (+7,948)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,327 miles
    Test number
    461510064784
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass52,379 miles (+7,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    52,379 miles
    Test number
    728452503055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass44,415 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,415 miles
    Test number
    690763438574
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail44,402 miles (+14,137)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,402 miles
    Test number
    294576798953
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass30,265 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    30,265 miles
    Test number
    748092385219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,126 miles
    Test number
    892410762779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail26,126 miles (+2,979)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,126 miles
    Test number
    269912837348
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass23,147 miles (+2,987)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    23,147 miles
    Test number
    198211075475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,160 miles (+3,684)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,160 miles
    Test number
    106362474421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,476 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    16,476 miles
    Test number
    325544073094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,275 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    13,275 miles
    Test number
    769938162003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,850 miles
    Test number
    817806871064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 VRJ

Does LX08 VRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX08 VRJ expired on 12 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX08 VRJ?
The MOT on LX08 VRJ expired on 12 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX08 VRJ done?
LX08 VRJ was recorded at 67,249 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2022, an average of 5,236 miles a year.
Has LX08 VRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 VRJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LX08 VRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX08 VRJ find?
LX08 VRJ failed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2022 with 2 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; offside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; nearside front integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 6 more.

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