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GK08 ZTX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,352 mi
Last recorded59,352 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 ZTX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 59,352 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 51,697 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 51,697 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements and rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 42,391 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre/rear joint (7.1.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

vehicle corrosion

Pass 18 Jan 2017 34,855 miles

Offside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill panel (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 28,757 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 27,143 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 24,636 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 23,129 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 23,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 20,866 miles

nearside front and offside front tyres worn low on inner edges

offside rear tyre sidewalls damaged-suspect tyre has been run flat

Pass 12 Jan 2011 18,442 miles

both front discs worn

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 ZTX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZTX, 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 ZTX registered?

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

Is GK08 ZTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 ZTX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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