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GF08 CVU

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,457 mi
Last recorded64,457 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 CVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 64,457 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 58,237 miles

offside front seatbelt starting to fray

slight damage to outer sidewall nearside front tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2015 51,967 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 45,427 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 38,339 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 31,951 miles

both front headlights have condensation in lenses not efecting beam pattern at time of test

Fail 25 Jul 2012 31,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both front headlights have condensation in lenses not efecting beam pattern at time of test

Pass 27 Jul 2011 25,675 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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GF08 CVU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF08 CVU, 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 GF08 CVU?

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What year was GF08 CVU registered?

GF08 CVU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is GF08 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 CVU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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