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EA08 GJZ

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,961 mi
Last recorded76,961 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 GJZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 76,961 miles

Nearside Front Upper Top shock mount play

Offside Front Upper Top shock mount play

Fail 6 Nov 2025 76,961 miles

Nearside Front Upper Top shock mount play

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Top shock mount play

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 74,491 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear inner door sill slightly corroded

Offside Rear inner door sill slightly corroded

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 72,190 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 68,626 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 68,626 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 65,502 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 62,110 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 56,511 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 52,083 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 47,615 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 43,665 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 40,500 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 36,361 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 32,649 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 25,255 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 16,556 miles

n/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seat

Fail 30 Apr 2011 16,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

n/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seat

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 GJZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GJZ, 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

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What year was EA08 GJZ registered?

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

Is EA08 GJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 GJZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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