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GF08 PKU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,213 mi
Last recorded73,213 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 73,213 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 72,735 miles

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

corrosion to offside floor pan

corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Pass 22 Feb 2019 67,507 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 67,507 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 62,528 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 62,528 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 57,270 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 52,864 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2015 48,263 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Apr 2015 48,263 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 16 Apr 2014 43,122 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 16 Apr 2014 43,122 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 22 Mar 2013 37,756 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 33,043 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 28,816 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 PKU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PKU, 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 PKU registered?

GF08 PKU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is GF08 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 PKU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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