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GF08 LHN

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,707 mi
Last recorded24,707 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 LHN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 24,707 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion down both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 24,707 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion down both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 24,459 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 23,454 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 23,450 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Seal, marked in yellow chalke (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Seal, marked in yellow chalke (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 23,233 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 21,624 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 21,624 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower ball joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 21,489 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 17,065 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 15,027 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 13,620 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 13,168 miles

Offside Front tyre perished on outer wall ( cracking )

Offside Rear tyre perished on outer wall ( cracking)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 11,977 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 11,977 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 11,005 miles

o/s/f tyre perished and close to legal limit

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,235 miles

osf tyre perishing

osr tyre perishing

Pass 4 Mar 2014 9,310 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 8,230 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 6,655 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 4,740 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 4,740 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 LHN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LHN, 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

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What year was GF08 LHN registered?

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

Is GF08 LHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 LHN shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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