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GF08 WSE

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,705 mi
Last recorded13,705 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 13,705 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 13,694 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill - within 30cm of axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 13,580 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 13,409 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 13,292 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 13,141 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 12,953 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 12,953 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front 17 and 18 standard blades fitted (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 12,730 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2020 12,730 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1656513 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 12,599 miles

offside rear tyre has a small cut on outer tread .. but not exposing ply or cord

slight corrosion to offside front floor panel within 30cm of suspension mount

Pass 6 Apr 2018 12,395 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 11,870 miles

offside front tyre worn inner and cracking in treads

Pass 13 Apr 2016 11,405 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 11,405 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 11,110 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 22 Apr 2014 10,467 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 9,198 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 7,730 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 5,984 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 WSE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WSE, 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 WSE registered?

GF08 WSE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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