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GJ58 LXY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

61,427 mi
Last recorded61,427 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2024 61,427 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure bumper and wheel arch trim (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. due to accident damage (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill lower wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear upper mount worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 56,623 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 56,623 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 51,511 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 51,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 47,135 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 45,025 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2020 45,019 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 42,264 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 39,638 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 36,626 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 34,117 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 31,286 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 28,179 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 25,004 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 22,404 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2011 20,249 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on edge

front discs and pads worn

oil level low

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 LXY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 LXY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ58 LXY registered?

GJ58 LXY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 September 2008.

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