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GK58 TKX

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,463 mi
Last recorded64,463 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 TKX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 64,463 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2017 64,463 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 58,843 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 52,415 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 47,910 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 47,910 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 1 Oct 2014 47,718 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

O/S/R brake noisy (squeeking)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 25 Sep 2013 37,475 miles

Spare tyre defective

condensation to o/s front headlamp

o/s rear tyre slightly perished

rear exhaust hangers corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2012 25,898 miles

nearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge

Pass 9 Sep 2011 19,699 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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GK58 TKX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GK58 TKX, 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 TKX registered?

GK58 TKX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is GK58 TKX safe to buy?

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