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GU08 FZW

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

9,281 mi
Last recorded9,281 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 FZW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 9,281 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are in very poor condition

Fail 26 Feb 2026 9,281 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres are in very poor condition

Pass 27 Feb 2025 8,871 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 8,658 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 8,414 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 14 Feb 2023 8,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 8,175 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2022 8,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 7,885 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 7,550 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 7,550 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 7,155 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 6,634 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 6,156 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR SILENCER (7.1.2)

Nearside Front TYRE CRACKED AND PERISHED

Fail 22 Feb 2017 6,156 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR SILENCER (7.1.2)

Nearside Front TYRE CRACKED AND PERISHED

Pass 24 Feb 2016 5,830 miles

Nearside Front damage to tyre tread

Fail 24 Feb 2016 5,830 miles

Nearside Front damage to tyre tread

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 5,436 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 4,850 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 4,333 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 3,649 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 2,570 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 FZW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FZW, 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 FZW registered?

GU08 FZW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is GU08 FZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 FZW shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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