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GL08 UDH

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,002 mi
Last recorded61,002 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 UDH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 61,002 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 60,998 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and sill end holed/ corroded within 30cm of rear suspension fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill / door shut area within 30 cm of seatbelt fixing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill within 30cm of front suspension fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and sill end / holed and corroded within 30cm of rear suspension fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sill near suspension fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 57,041 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 50,485 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2019 50,485 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 47,467 miles

Both outer sill panels corroding

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 44,860 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 42,188 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 May 2016 42,188 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 38,874 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 35,479 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 31,164 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 26,910 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 19,989 miles

Offside Front Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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 UDH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UDH, 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 GL08 UDH registered?

GL08 UDH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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