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GF08 EWR

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

106,739 mi
Last recorded106,739 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 EWR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 106,739 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 106,735 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2020 100,606 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer wheel rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan & chassis leg area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area's corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear exhaust silencer mounting detached

Pass 11 Mar 2019 89,703 miles

corrosion to offside inner sill area's

nearside front floor & chassis area's corroding

rear exhaust hanger is not attached but exhaust is still secure

Fail 8 Mar 2019 89,689 miles

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

corrosion to offside inner sill area's

nearside front floor & chassis area's corroding

rear exhaust hanger is not attached but exhaust is still secure

Pass 21 Mar 2018 79,116 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 79,116 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 68,588 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 68,586 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 56,878 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 45,053 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 32,698 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 32,696 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 20,439 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 12,464 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 12,464 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 9,038 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 EWR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GF08 EWR, 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 GF08 EWR registered?

GF08 EWR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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