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GF08 NVJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,036 mi
Last recorded68,036 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 68,036 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front floor to sill areas rusty

Pass 24 Mar 2020 57,852 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s/f floor to sill rusty n/s/f floor to sill rusty

Pass 23 Apr 2019 51,906 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 51,906 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 48,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear mount (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 38,791 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (2.4.A.3)

wipers poor

Pass 23 Mar 2016 36,633 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 36,633 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 33,793 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 29,157 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 25,147 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Apr 2012 20,761 miles

covers & shields not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Apr 2011 17,514 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 NVJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NVJ, 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 NVJ registered?

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

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