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GD08 LWX

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,100 mi
Last recorded67,100 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 LWX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 67,100 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 67,100 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 54,115 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 54,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 47,803 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 44,526 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 38,944 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 33,078 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 29,673 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 24,900 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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GD08 LWX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GD08 LWX, 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

How do I check the history of GD08 LWX?

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What year was GD08 LWX registered?

GD08 LWX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is GD08 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 LWX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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