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GU08 BDF

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,583 mi
Last recorded44,583 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 BDF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2023 44,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

heavy corrosion over front chassis legs

heavy corrosion over whole underbody and front cross members

Pass 22 Feb 2022 43,558 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front inner wing

corrosion over parts of underbody

Pass 5 Feb 2021 42,325 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 41,649 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 39,003 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 35,684 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 33,797 miles

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly n/s and o/s (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 31,861 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 30,793 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 29,316 miles

slight cracking on rear tyres

Pass 28 Feb 2013 24,866 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,095 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 15,429 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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GU08 BDF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU08 BDF, 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 GU08 BDF registered?

GU08 BDF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is GU08 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 BDF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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