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GJ08 JHX

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,622 mi
Last recorded12,622 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 JHX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 12,622 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 10,735 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 10,725 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 10,543 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 10,284 miles

Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play, Nearside & Offside

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play, Nearside & Offside

Pass 11 Nov 2020 9,989 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 9,639 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 9,639 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 8,458 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 8,458 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 7,959 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 7,660 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 7,030 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 6,051 miles

both front tyres deteriorating

powersteering pipe n/s front slightly damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2013 5,154 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 4,286 miles
Pass 22 Feb 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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GJ08 JHX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GJ08 JHX, 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 GJ08 JHX registered?

GJ08 JHX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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