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GP08 TVN

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,337 mi
Last recorded40,337 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 TVN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2021 40,337 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear of Inner and outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of Inner and outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre is wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2020 39,994 miles

Front wipers are just clearing screen

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 38,614 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 36,933 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 34,158 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 34,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 29,175 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 24,382 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 19,991 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,090 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 12,933 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 9,564 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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GP08 TVN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TVN, 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 GP08 TVN registered?

GP08 TVN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is GP08 TVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 TVN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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