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GF08 KCA

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,800 mi
Last recorded85,800 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2020 85,800 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 74,878 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 64,734 miles

slight corrosion to offside and nearside front floors

slight corrosion to offside and nearside rear inner sills

Pass 24 Feb 2017 54,513 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2016 46,243 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre cracked around outer side wall

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

fuel tank corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2016 46,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre cracked around outer side wall

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

fuel tank corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2015 43,238 miles

slight cracking on rear tyres

Pass 3 Mar 2014 38,320 miles

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

Rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 3 Mar 2014 38,320 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 23 Feb 2013 33,986 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 23 Feb 2013 33,986 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 28 Feb 2012 26,962 miles

Exhaust Corroded

Front Brake Discs Worn amd Corroded

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

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 KCA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KCA, 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 KCA registered?

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

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