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GF58 GZJ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

100,625 mi
Last recorded100,625 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 GZJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 100,625 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 100,384 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor panel (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wing panel (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded center floor panel (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 89,180 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 6 Nov 2015 79,635 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 79,635 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 68,664 miles

Exhaust flexible section deteriorated

Oil filter leaking

Fail 6 Nov 2014 68,664 miles

Exhaust flexible section deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil filter leaking

Pass 24 Oct 2013 57,812 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 57,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge (raised tread pattern)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 48,223 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 48,223 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 36,319 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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GF58 GZJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF58 GZJ, 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 GF58 GZJ registered?

GF58 GZJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 November 2008.

Is GF58 GZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF58 GZJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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