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GL08 YYC

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

62,578 mi
Last recorded62,578 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 YYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 62,578 miles

slight play nearside front ball joint

Fail 4 Jul 2017 62,560 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

slight play nearside front ball joint

Fail 22 Jun 2017 62,536 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 57,097 miles

Slight corrosion to both outer body sills

Fail 16 Jun 2016 57,097 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Slight corrosion to both outer body sills

Pass 15 Jun 2015 52,702 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion to nearside and offside sill areas

corrosion to nearside and offside subframe support areas

Pass 18 Jun 2014 48,906 miles

Slight corrosion to both outer body sills

Pass 25 Jun 2013 44,725 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 38,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 38,496 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 30,071 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 YYC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YYC, 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 YYC registered?

GL08 YYC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is GL08 YYC safe to buy?

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