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GJ58 KNZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,429 mi
Last recorded37,429 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 KNZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 37,429 miles

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2020 37,429 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed from corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 30,469 miles

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 30,469 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner sills + both rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 28,377 miles

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

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 26,358 miles

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

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

both front tyres badly perished

Pass 9 Jun 2016 24,711 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 16 Jun 2015 22,846 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 20,037 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 16,411 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 14,253 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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GJ58 KNZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GJ58 KNZ, 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 GJ58 KNZ registered?

GJ58 KNZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 September 2008.

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