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GK58 VKM

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,840 mi
Last recorded92,840 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 VKM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 92,840 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 91,095 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 88,532 miles

Offside Front ball joint has play on limit

Offside Front wishbone rear bush heavily split

spare tyre on limit

Pass 10 Sep 2014 83,471 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 11 Sep 2013 78,045 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 78,014 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs pitted

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

nearside front wishbone rear bush starting to split

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Sep 2012 69,883 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 49,994 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 VKM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VKM, 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.

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What year was GK58 VKM registered?

GK58 VKM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 September 2008.

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