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GK08 UHA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

103,852 mi
Last recorded103,852 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 UHA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 103,852 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all around (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 99,319 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn x2 axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2021 99,319 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill by arch trim, also inner sill next to axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, also worn in inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn x2 axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 95,815 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner seal by arch trim (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn x2 axle bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 95,815 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner seal next to axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner seal by arch trim (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn x2 axle bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 87,393 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 87,393 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 78,908 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 69,309 miles

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 60,190 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 47,905 miles

slight corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 2 Sep 2014 47,782 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 46,339 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 44,794 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 44,794 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 38,826 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 29,136 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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GK08 UHA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver 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 GK08 UHA, 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 UHA registered?

GK08 UHA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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