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BL08 GWP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

36,758 mi
Last recorded36,758 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 GWP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 36,758 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 36,636 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 36,636 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 36,251 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 35,426 miles

general underbody corrosion

Fail 4 Mar 2021 35,424 miles

Nearside Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 10 Mar 2020 34,894 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 34,894 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 33,730 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 32,282 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 30,982 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 29,562 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 27,743 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 27,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 26,042 miles

rear tyres cracking on tread and sidewall

Fail 24 Feb 2014 26,042 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear tyres cracking on tread and sidewall

Pass 14 Mar 2013 24,181 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 22,040 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 19,486 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 19,486 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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BL08 GWP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL08 GWP, 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 BL08 GWP registered?

BL08 GWP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is BL08 GWP safe to buy?

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