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GF58 JRZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,937 mi
Last recorded24,937 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2020 24,937 miles

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2019 24,054 miles

both outer sills corroded at door steps

rear no plate damaged

Pass 20 Mar 2018 22,980 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 56,850 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 56,850 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 52,106 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Just acceptable perishing to both front tyres.

Spare tyre pressure low.

Pass 27 Apr 2015 49,156 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 45,366 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Oct 2013 38,997 miles

COOLANT LEAKING

REAR NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Pass 10 Dec 2012 21,208 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 225,804 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil on min

Fail 23 Nov 2011 22,504 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil on min

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 JRZ 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 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 JRZ, 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 JRZ registered?

GF58 JRZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is GF58 JRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF58 JRZ shows 12 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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