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GK08 VDY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

90,316 mi
Last recorded90,316 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 VDY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 90,316 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly perished

Fail 24 May 2018 90,316 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly perished

Pass 19 May 2017 84,813 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly perished

Fail 18 May 2017 84,812 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre slightly perished

Fail 3 May 2017 84,722 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

both front lower arm (rear bushes) slightly split

both rear wheels buckled

Pass 8 Mar 2016 77,292 miles

Long travel on handbrake

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on both edges and deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 75,147 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 64,495 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 52,942 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2012 37,475 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2012 37,475 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 25,430 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 25,185 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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 VDY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 VDY, 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 VDY registered?

GK08 VDY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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