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DY08 GGK

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,814 mi
Last recorded63,814 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 GGK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 63,814 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 61,263 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 60,226 miles

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

condensation in head light

corrosion around fuel cap

engine water level low

o/s and n/s sill backing panels starting to corrode

Fail 28 Sep 2016 60,186 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking on steering rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

condensation in head light

corrosion around fuel cap

engine water level low

o/s and n/s sill backing panels starting to corrode

Pass 23 Sep 2015 57,772 miles

Nearside steering rack ball end worn

both front tyres worn close to wear indicators also wearing unevenly

Fail 23 Sep 2015 57,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

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

Nearside steering rack ball end worn

both front tyres worn close to wear indicators also wearing unevenly

Pass 24 Sep 2014 55,195 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 55,194 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 51,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 51,631 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 48,494 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front discs worn and slightly corroded

nearside and offside rear tyres perished

nearside inner rackend slight play

Pass 7 Oct 2011 45,580 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 38,886 miles

o/s/f brake disc pitted

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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DY08 GGK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DY08 GGK, 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 DY08 GGK registered?

DY08 GGK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is DY08 GGK safe to buy?

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