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GF08 FME

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,334 mi
Last recorded42,334 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 FME
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 42,334 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inside wall (all round)

wiper blades clear screen (but slightly smeary)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 42,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre low presure ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Jul 2016 42,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre low presure ()

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jul 2015 36,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 28,830 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 23,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres perished on side walls

Pass 17 Mar 2012 23,586 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 17,678 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 FME is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue 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 FME, 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 FME registered?

GF08 FME is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GF08 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 FME 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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