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GK58 VNM

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

106,072 mi
Last recorded106,072 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 VNM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 106,072 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 94,450 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 91,962 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 88,546 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 88,546 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 85,156 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 81,660 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 75,834 miles

n/s/f lower suspension arm inner bush starting to perish

Pass 12 Jan 2018 70,628 miles

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 5 Jan 2017 65,685 miles

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 10 Jan 2016 60,503 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 54,467 miles

n/s/r o/s/r tyre sidewall perished

Pass 3 Jan 2014 49,664 miles

o/s/r trye sidewall perished

Pass 18 Jan 2013 45,700 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 45,515 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 43,742 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 43,720 miles

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

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

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 VNM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc 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 GK58 VNM, 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 VNM registered?

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

Is GK58 VNM safe to buy?

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