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EA08 GWD

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,733 mi
Last recorded31,733 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 GWD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 31,733 miles

Nearside Rear Inner under the bumper it's damaged

Offside Rear Inner under the bumper it's damaged

Fail 18 Apr 2015 26,956 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 26,956 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 23,778 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 5 Apr 2013 18,796 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,269 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 21 Apr 2011 10,518 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 GWD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GWD, 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 GWD registered?

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

Is EA08 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 GWD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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