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FV08 GFY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,330 mi
Last recorded99,330 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 GFY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2020 99,330 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 53% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 95,085 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 91,766 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,605 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 84,605 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 75,188 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 66,192 miles

rear tyres perrished

Fail 10 Jun 2014 55,259 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 55,259 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,675 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 36,959 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 29,256 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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FV08 GFY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV08 GFY, 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 FV08 GFY registered?

FV08 GFY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is FV08 GFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 GFY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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