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GF08 LHL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

59,924 mi
Last recorded59,924 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 LHL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 59,924 miles

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 59,924 miles

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

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 58,722 miles

Central Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive End Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis Leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive End Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 56,086 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 56,079 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working intermitant (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 48,443 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 48,441 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 37,576 miles

both rear tyres splitting heavily on outer shoulders (ADVISE REPLACEMENT)

corrosion on both front inner wings

offside front tyre worn on outer shoulder

Fail 9 Feb 2019 37,554 miles

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

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

both rear tyres splitting heavily on outer shoulders (ADVISE REPLACEMENT)

corrosion on both front inner wings

offside front tyre worn on outer shoulder

Pass 14 Feb 2018 27,454 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 22,222 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 22,220 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 14,960 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 14,960 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 10,210 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 9,963 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 7,964 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 7,516 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 5,799 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 LHL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LHL, 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 LHL registered?

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

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