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GP08 MHL

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,178 mi
Last recorded31,178 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2026 31,178 miles

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded whole on out side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 30,833 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 30,833 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 30,301 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 29,671 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

under vehicle has slight corrosion

Pass 28 Jul 2022 28,651 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 27,548 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 26,896 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 26,896 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working 382 bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 25,979 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 24,833 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 23,574 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 21,115 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 19,540 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 17,791 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 17,791 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 15,634 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 13,511 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 9,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 9,178 miles

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 MHL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 GP08 MHL, 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 MHL registered?

GP08 MHL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is GP08 MHL safe to buy?

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