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GN08 YCT

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,638 mi
Last recorded79,638 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 YCT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 79,638 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached and damged (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 79,638 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached and damged (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 75,471 miles

front bumper damaged

Pass 10 Oct 2019 67,481 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side inner side worn edge (5.2.3 (e))

under body or chassis General Corrosion all prescribed area

Pass 20 Oct 2018 58,390 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under-body corroded in all areas, including prescribed areas

Pass 6 Oct 2017 45,507 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 6 Oct 2016 37,433 miles

nsf and osf tyre wearing inner/outer edge

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

bodywork damaged

Pass 27 Oct 2015 30,348 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged(cords not exposed)

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

bodywork damaged(front)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 24,929 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 20,947 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 9,959 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,506 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 7,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside 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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GN08 YCT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 YCT, 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 YCT registered?

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

Is GN08 YCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 YCT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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