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AV08 GBX

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,160 mi
Last recorded23,160 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 GBX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 23,160 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 21,372 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 19,708 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 19,707 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2016 17,473 miles

advise n/s/r o/s/r tyres signs pf perrishing

Pass 3 Mar 2015 15,157 miles

advise n/s/f tyre signs of perrishing

Pass 4 Mar 2014 12,965 miles

advise n/s/f tyre signs of perrishing & close to limit

Fail 4 Mar 2014 12,965 miles

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

advise n/s/f tyre signs of perrishing & close to limit

Pass 25 Feb 2013 10,902 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 10,902 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,972 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 7,004 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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AV08 GBX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AV08 GBX, 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 AV08 GBX registered?

AV08 GBX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AV08 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 GBX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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