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ET57 GHH

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

62,657 mi
Last recorded62,657 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 GHH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2023 62,657 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 58,007 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 58,007 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 53,460 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 53,457 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 49,228 miles

Nearside Rear fuel filler area corroded

clutch bites poorly

Fail 7 Dec 2020 49,222 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill chalked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chalked, sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear fuel filler area corroded

clutch bites poorly

coolant low

Pass 9 Dec 2019 44,921 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 44,290 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 38,522 miles

Both front lower suspension arms rear bushes separating

Pass 11 Dec 2017 33,178 miles

Both front suspension top mounts have some play

Pass 6 Dec 2016 27,745 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Fail 6 Dec 2016 27,745 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front top mount worn

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 14 Dec 2015 23,059 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 19,171 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 15,476 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 11,988 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 9,879 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 8,431 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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ET57 GHH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ET57 GHH, 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 ET57 GHH registered?

ET57 GHH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is ET57 GHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 GHH shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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