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GP08 HVS

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,131 mi
Last recorded31,131 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 HVS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 31,131 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion to inner & outer sills

Pass 8 Jul 2019 30,642 miles

slight corrosion to outer sills

Pass 27 Jun 2018 29,916 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 29,906 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corrosion to the inner lower front area of the wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion to the offside outer sill areas

Pass 27 Jun 2017 29,042 miles

Corrosion to the front lower inner wheel arch area

Pass 27 Jun 2016 28,166 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 27,172 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,474 miles

near side front wheel rim bent on inner face.

Pass 26 Jun 2013 24,878 miles

BOTH rear tyres are cracking / perishing

Nearside front wheel inner rim is bent.

Pass 25 Jun 2012 22,968 miles

the n/s wheel rim is bent

Pass 23 Jun 2011 19,363 miles

near side front wheel rim bent on inner face.

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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GP08 HVS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GP08 HVS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP08 HVS registered?

GP08 HVS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 HVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 HVS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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