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GK58 PAO

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,990 mi
Last recorded78,990 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 PAO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 78,990 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear unknown item loose behind wheel cover, unable to see wheel attachment

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bushes detached from inner spindle, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 78,891 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear unknown item loose behind wheel cover, unable to see wheel attachment

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bushes detached from inner spindle, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 66,561 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 66,561 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 61,715 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 54,573 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 47,988 miles

nearside wiper blade has a split

Pass 20 Aug 2013 40,653 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 33,131 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 25,680 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 25,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GK58 PAO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GK58 PAO, 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 GK58 PAO registered?

GK58 PAO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is GK58 PAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK58 PAO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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