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GF08 OFX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

67,239 mi
Last recorded67,239 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 OFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 67,239 miles

Both inner sills starting to corrode but not excessive

Fail 5 Jan 2019 67,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords And tread low (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Both inner sills starting to corrode but not excessive

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracking on both edges but no visible cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 47,026 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 44,041 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2017 44,041 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 37,916 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Mar 2016 37,915 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Mar 2015 31,427 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

handbrake warning light on

Pass 4 Mar 2014 20,877 miles

N/S Door Mirror Casing Damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2013 11,569 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 6,919 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 6,919 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 5,164 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 OFX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 OFX, 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 OFX registered?

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

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