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GK08 TPF

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

69,356 mi
Last recorded69,356 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 TPF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 69,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 69,348 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 56,419 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 56,419 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 52,314 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 52,314 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Pass 18 May 2020 51,650 miles

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

axle bushes slight play

Fail 18 May 2020 51,650 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

axle bushes slight play

Pass 20 May 2019 50,143 miles

Hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill next to axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 47,017 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 47,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 42,597 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 40,515 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 39,326 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 39,325 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 38,870 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 37,058 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 37,058 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,209 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,396 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 19,491 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 7 Mar 2011 19,491 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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GK08 TPF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GK08 TPF, 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 GK08 TPF registered?

GK08 TPF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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