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BU58 GMF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

35,186 mi
Last recorded35,186 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU58 GMF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 35,186 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 35,165 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective torn (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 32,018 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 32,908 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 12 Sep 2019 30,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 30,813 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 30,179 miles

rear tyres cracked and perished

Fail 22 Sep 2018 30,164 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 11 Sep 2017 29,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

both rear tyres cracked and perishing/ but no visible cords. advise replacement. 165/60/r14 75h

Fail 11 Sep 2017 29,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres cracked and perishing/ but no visible cords. advise replacement. 165/60/r14 75h

Pass 3 Sep 2016 27,831 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres cracked/perishing and in poor condition advise replacement 165/60/r14 75h

Pass 26 Aug 2015 27,190 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 26,476 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 25,921 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 23,709 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 23,695 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 21,001 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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BU58 GMF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BU58 GMF, 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.

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What year was BU58 GMF registered?

BU58 GMF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is BU58 GMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU58 GMF shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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