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GF08 UHY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,459 mi
Last recorded42,459 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 UHY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 42,459 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides behind shock absorber (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 42,316 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch, behind shock absorber (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 41,947 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 41,547 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 41,073 miles

Offside outer sill has corrosion starting

Pass 22 Sep 2020 40,415 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 39,448 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear fuel tank corroding

Fail 13 Sep 2019 39,448 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel tank breather pipe broken, leaking strong fuel fumes , (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear fuel tank corroding

Pass 17 Sep 2018 38,215 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 36,927 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 35,691 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 34,341 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 33,173 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 33,173 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 31,841 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 29,155 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 26,827 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)

bothe rear tyres have deterorated on sidewall

n/s front tyre has cuts on sidewall

Pass 3 May 2011 20,761 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 UHY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UHY, 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 UHY registered?

GF08 UHY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is GF08 UHY safe to buy?

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