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GL57 SLV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

66,254 mi
Last recorded66,254 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 SLV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 66,254 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner floor area (2.4.A.3)

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

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

bonnet release cable snapped

front brake discs worn/lipped

Fail 8 Aug 2016 66,252 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner floor area (2.4.A.3)

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

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

bonnet release cable snapped

engine oil level not showing on dipstick

front brake discs worn/lipped

Pass 1 Aug 2015 58,184 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front wiper blade rubber split

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated 165/60r14

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated 165/60r14

Fail 25 Jul 2014 46,394 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

front brake discs worn/lipped

front to rear exhaust hangers corroded/weakened

Pass 25 Jul 2014 46,394 miles

front brake discs worn/lipped

front to rear exhaust hangers corroded/weakened

Pass 14 Aug 2013 37,231 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 37,231 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 31,620 miles

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

front brake imbalance close to limit

Pass 5 Jan 2012 24,588 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 18,208 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 18,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GL57 SLV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 GL57 SLV, 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 GL57 SLV registered?

GL57 SLV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 January 2008.

Is GL57 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 SLV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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