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EA08 GKL

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

79,497 mi
Last recorded79,497 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 GKL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 79,497 miles

Front Corrosion under the body including jacking points, both sides

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 75,091 miles

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 75,091 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 71,951 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 71,951 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 69,049 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 66,052 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 66,052 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 57,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Feb 2018 57,990 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 48,718 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 39,768 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 39,768 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 31,887 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 25,216 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 22,166 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 May 2012 17,997 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,856 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 GKL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 GKL, 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 GKL registered?

EA08 GKL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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