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GF08 XWZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,977 mi
Last recorded56,977 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 56,977 miles

previous welded repairs to underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Apr 2022 53,796 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

slight corrosion to offside lower door sill

Pass 19 Apr 2021 49,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 47,426 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension mounting prescribed area repaired to a poor standard / covered with filler / sealer

Offside Rear suspension mounting prescribed area repaired to a poor standard / covered with filler / sealer

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

Fail 2 Apr 2020 47,379 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 43,915 miles

Both rear jacking points corroded.

Exhaust hangers corroded.

Rust to offside rear panel

Pass 27 Apr 2018 40,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing unevenly

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 35,260 miles

Rear seat cover preventing inspection of seatbelts.

Fail 5 Apr 2017 35,260 miles

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

Rear seat cover preventing inspection of seatbelts.

Pass 1 Apr 2016 28,760 miles

slight play in nearside front upper suspension mount

Pass 30 Apr 2015 23,097 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 May 2014 15,051 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 7,423 miles

n/s rear tyre deteriorating

o/s front tyre deteriorating

o/s rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 15 May 2012 3,607 miles

All tyres perishing

Fail 15 May 2012 3,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

All tyres perishing

Pass 12 May 2011 3,407 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 XWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XWZ, 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 XWZ registered?

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

Is GF08 XWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 XWZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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