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EU08 ZGP

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

90,053 mi
Last recorded90,053 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 ZGP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 90,053 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2023 90,053 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 85,962 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 85,961 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 84,721 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front under body

Fail 16 Jul 2021 84,721 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front under body

Pass 17 Jun 2020 82,246 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 82,246 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 81,012 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 79,133 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 76,922 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 76,922 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 74,495 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 73,593 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 72,258 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 72,258 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 58,571 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,867 miles

All tyres perishing on edges

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 39,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

All tyres perishing on edges

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 29,069 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 29,069 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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EU08 ZGP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 EU08 ZGP, 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 EU08 ZGP registered?

EU08 ZGP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is EU08 ZGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 ZGP shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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