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GF58 JHE

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,112 mi
Last recorded11,112 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 JHE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 11,112 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 10,485 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 10,002 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 9,575 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 9,240 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 9,240 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 8,910 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 8,910 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 8,215 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 7,742 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 7,282 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 6,772 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 6,772 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 6,239 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 5,627 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 4,852 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 4,033 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 3,303 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 JHE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GF58 JHE, 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 GF58 JHE registered?

GF58 JHE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is GF58 JHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF58 JHE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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