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GJ08 XCR

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

72,507 mi
Last recorded72,507 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 XCR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 72,507 miles

Coolant leak radiator cap area ()

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced qualter panel around filler neck has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively no lock up (1.2.1 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower floor and chassis rails have surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 72,507 miles

Coolant leak radiator cap area ()

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced qualter panel around filler neck has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively no lock up (1.2.1 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower floor and chassis rails have surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 64,784 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 57,677 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 45,983 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 May 2015 45,983 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2014 37,505 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 37,505 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2013 27,460 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 27,453 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2012 18,086 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 13,475 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 13,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XCR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 GJ08 XCR, 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 XCR registered?

GJ08 XCR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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