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GJ58 WHA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

189,184 mi
Last recorded189,184 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 WHA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 189,184 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Jan 2018 189,183 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 171,768 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 171,768 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 154,457 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip in screen (8.3.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Jan 2015 140,528 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 125,805 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 102,169 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 76,169 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

passdenger seat missing

Fail 28 Nov 2011 76,169 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

passdenger seat missing

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 WHA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GJ58 WHA, 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 WHA registered?

GJ58 WHA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is GJ58 WHA safe to buy?

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