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FN08 GDY

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

56,469 mi
Last recorded56,469 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 GDY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 56,469 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch corroded at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor corroded slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2026 56,469 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch corroded at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor corroded slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 53,769 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2025 53,751 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre outer sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 50,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 50,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 46,921 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 46,921 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 43,407 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner wing corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 43,407 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner wing corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 39,110 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 39,050 miles

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

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

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 35,947 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 32,929 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 31,774 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 31,774 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,678 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 29,816 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 29,027 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 29,027 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 28,316 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 27,696 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 24,896 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 21,338 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 15,420 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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FN08 GDY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 FN08 GDY, 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 FN08 GDY registered?

FN08 GDY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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