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GL08 UEG

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,832 mi
Last recorded74,832 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 74,832 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 74,831 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 74,632 miles

inner and outer sills rusty and weak

Pass 19 Apr 2018 72,741 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 72,741 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 70,231 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 70,220 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 66,288 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 58,690 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 43,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 29,514 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 22,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 16,670 miles

condensation in offside headlamp

nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm

offside mirror glass cracked

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 UEG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UEG, 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 UEG registered?

GL08 UEG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is GL08 UEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 UEG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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