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GK08 VHR

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

63,366 mi
Last recorded63,366 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 63,366 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 63,329 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both sides inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 61,042 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 61,040 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 56,849 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 56,848 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,991 miles

both front wishbone back bushes starting to deteriorate

n/s/f tyre's outer edge wear

Fail 20 Jul 2018 55,990 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front wishbone back bushes starting to deteriorate

n/s/f tyre's outer edge wear

Pass 5 Jul 2017 53,580 miles

Offside Front wishbone back bush starting to deteriorate

Fail 5 Jul 2017 53,580 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" bosch blade replaced (8.2.2)

Offside Front wishbone back bush starting to deteriorate

Pass 9 Jun 2016 51,327 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 51,327 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 49,300 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 May 2015 49,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2015 49,149 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 May 2014 45,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 36,842 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 33,322 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 29,535 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 VHR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 VHR, 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 VHR registered?

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

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