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CA08 GZK

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,953 mi
Last recorded45,953 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 GZK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2022 45,953 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected abs (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s/r chassis, o/s and n/s chassis box section and floor pan corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2021 42,277 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 39,508 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 39,508 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 38,441 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 37,192 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 37,192 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 34,268 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,725 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,501 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 24,837 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 21,608 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 21,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 May 2012 17,413 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 12,536 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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CA08 GZK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CA08 GZK, 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 CA08 GZK registered?

CA08 GZK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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