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GJ08 XFT

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,211 mi
Last recorded37,211 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 XFT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 37,211 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 32,855 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking - perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking - perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2024 28,098 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 28,098 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2023 23,517 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 19,128 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 14,911 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 11,583 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 9,913 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 8,347 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 7,190 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 6,206 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 4,751 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 4,631 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 4,264 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 3,966 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 3,434 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 2,608 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 XFT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 XFT, 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 XFT registered?

GJ08 XFT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is GJ08 XFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 XFT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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