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EF08 GVX

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

43,349 mi
Last recorded43,349 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 GVX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 43,349 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 43,348 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 43,348 miles

Rear Road wheel fixing missing both side (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Road wheel fixing missing both side (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2023 43,297 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 42,978 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 42,978 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 40,904 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres has cut on outside wall

Pass 10 Jun 2016 39,077 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,950 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 33,135 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 24,704 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 22,131 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 21,829 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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EF08 GVX is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EF08 GVX, 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 EF08 GVX registered?

EF08 GVX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is EF08 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 GVX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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