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GK08 XUO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,905 mi
Last recorded98,905 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 98,905 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

inner sills corroded (close to excessive)

nearside rear quater corroded

outer sills corroded (close to excessive)

Fail 15 Jul 2024 98,905 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

inner sills corroded (close to excessive)

nearside rear quater corroded

outer sills corroded (close to excessive)

Pass 5 Jul 2023 91,937 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 91,937 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 84,686 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 81,286 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 78,532 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 75,403 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 71,302 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 67,702 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 62,389 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 51,588 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 47,029 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 43,403 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 39,302 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 32,348 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 25,588 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 XUO 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 88.2%.

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 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 XUO, 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 XUO registered?

GK08 XUO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is GK08 XUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 XUO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK08 XUO have outstanding finance?

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