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GL08 ZNC

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

50,382 mi
Last recorded50,382 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 ZNC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 50,382 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking all the way around tyre also has a nail in it (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front have multiple cuts no cords showing also both tyres cracking all the way around (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front inner arm mounts rusty and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

front and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

petrol tank rusty and corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2025 48,169 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also cracking

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front have multiple cuts no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front inner chassis arm mounts rusty and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

front and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

petrol tank rusty and corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2024 45,697 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

front and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

fuel tank is rusty

Fail 25 Jun 2024 45,697 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

front and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

fuel tank is rusty

Pass 30 Jun 2023 43,569 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 43,568 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 40,609 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 38,395 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 21 Jun 2021 38,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2020 36,117 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 32,779 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,697 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 29,697 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 26,812 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 23,833 miles

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

both rear tyres cranking on edges

Fail 29 Jun 2016 23,833 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres cranking on edges

Pass 16 Jun 2015 20,386 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 17,204 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 14,440 miles

Offside rear tyre has small cuts in side wall

Pass 20 Jun 2012 10,409 miles

Offside rear tyre has small cuts in side wall

Pass 7 Jun 2011 5,402 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside front tyre cuts on wall

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 ZNC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GL08 ZNC, 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 ZNC registered?

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

Is GL08 ZNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 ZNC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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