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GN08 YCG

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,556 mi
Last recorded63,556 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 YCG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 63,556 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 58,702 miles

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

Nearside fuel filler neck surround slightly corroded

Pass 22 May 2017 54,101 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 May 2017 54,053 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 May 2016 50,060 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

child seat fitted at nearside rear unable to fully check seatbelt

offside front,nearside front,nearside rear tyres perished

Pass 29 May 2015 45,925 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 42,111 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 37,018 miles

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)

osr tyre perished

Fail 1 Jul 2013 37,018 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

osr tyre perished

Pass 3 Jul 2012 30,359 miles

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

front brake discs lipped

Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,227 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2011 23,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.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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GN08 YCG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GN08 YCG, 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 GN08 YCG registered?

GN08 YCG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 December 2008.

Is GN08 YCG safe to buy?

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