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GF08 XPB

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,855 mi
Last recorded111,855 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 XPB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 111,855 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 104,977 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 104,667 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 97,547 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass damaged. ()

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 90,189 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)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 79,792 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

child seat fitted nsr belt not checked

Fail 21 Apr 2016 79,792 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

child seat fitted nsr belt not checked

Pass 17 Apr 2015 69,767 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 63,251 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)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 54,502 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 54,502 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 May 2012 44,931 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2012 44,931 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 May 2011 34,965 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 XPB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 XPB, 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 XPB registered?

GF08 XPB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is GF08 XPB safe to buy?

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