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EA08 GAU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,626 mi
Last recorded63,626 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 GAU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 63,626 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 61,065 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2023 61,065 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2022 58,362 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 56,047 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 53,964 miles

engine oil leak from suspect rocker cover gasket

Pass 15 Apr 2019 50,111 miles

Offside Rear wheel buckled

handbrake travel seems high

Pass 13 Apr 2018 45,511 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 40,944 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,843 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 31,807 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 27,783 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 24,192 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 21,112 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 21,112 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,034 miles

slight buckle to n/s/f inner alloy

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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EA08 GAU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EA08 GAU, 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 EA08 GAU registered?

EA08 GAU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is EA08 GAU safe to buy?

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