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GK08 XSV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,394 mi
Last recorded45,394 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XSV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 45,394 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive all inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 41,390 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 41,298 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 37,441 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 34,053 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 30,432 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 27,658 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 21,000 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 16,320 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 11,801 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 10,448 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 9,948 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 9,409 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 8,716 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 7,864 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 6,631 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 5,181 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 XSV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XSV, 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

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What year was GK08 XSV registered?

GK08 XSV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is GK08 XSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 XSV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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