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GK08 UHV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,708 mi
Last recorded65,708 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 UHV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2014 65,708 miles

Oil leak

spare wheel missing

Fail 15 Aug 2014 65,706 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

spare wheel missing

Pass 17 Aug 2013 53,515 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 48,863 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 48,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 40,384 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 UHV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UHV, 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

How do I check the history of GK08 UHV?

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What year was GK08 UHV registered?

GK08 UHV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is GK08 UHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 UHV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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