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EA08 GHU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,826 mi
Last recorded21,826 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 GHU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 May 2013 21,826 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 18,441 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 14,927 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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EA08 GHU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GHU, 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

How do I check the history of EA08 GHU?

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What year was EA08 GHU registered?

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

Is EA08 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 GHU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EA08 GHU have outstanding finance?

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