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GF08 WRO

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,208 mi
Last recorded51,208 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 51,208 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 51,205 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 49,710 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2023 48,136 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 48,136 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 46,592 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 44,712 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 43,313 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 43,313 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 41,795 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 41,795 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 40,213 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 37,746 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 35,358 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 32,301 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 32,301 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2014 29,136 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 24,784 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 22,501 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 21,567 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 21,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 WRO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WRO, 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 WRO registered?

GF08 WRO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is GF08 WRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 WRO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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