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GL08 FKW

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,014 mi
Last recorded22,014 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 FKW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 22,014 miles

Both the rear tyres are cracked and perished

Pass 26 Jun 2020 21,611 miles

both rear tyres are slightly perished

Pass 24 Jun 2020 21,611 miles

both rear tyres are perishing

Pass 11 Jun 2019 17,837 miles

Both the rear tyres are slightly perished

Pass 26 Jun 2018 15,310 miles

AIR FILTER CASE NOT SECURE

Fail 26 Jun 2018 15,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ALSO CUT (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

AIR FILTER CASE NOT SECURE

Offside Front TYRE 2.2MM

Pass 14 Jun 2017 12,943 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front TYRE LOW ON EDGE

Offside Front TYRE WEARING ON EDGE

Fail 14 Jun 2017 12,943 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front TYRE LOW ON EDGE

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

Offside Front TYRE WEARING ON EDGE

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 11,884 miles

Nearside Front TYRE 2.6MM LOW ON EDGE ...165/65/13/77T KLEBER

Pass 10 Jun 2015 9,312 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 7,495 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 6,597 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 5,748 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 4,152 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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GL08 FKW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL08 FKW, 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 GL08 FKW registered?

GL08 FKW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GL08 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 FKW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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