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GU08 GZF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,679 mi
Last recorded41,679 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 GZF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 41,679 miles

Nearside Front and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges

corrosion to floors

corrosion to front and rear chassis

corrosion to inner sills

corrosion to offside outer sill

steering rack wet

Fail 7 Mar 2019 41,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door shut X2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges

corrosion to floors

corrosion to front and rear chassis

corrosion to inner sills

corrosion to offside outer sill

steering rack wet

Pass 12 Mar 2018 35,325 miles

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to inner sills

corrosion to outer sills

Fail 12 Mar 2018 35,325 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to inner sills

corrosion to outer sills

Pass 13 Mar 2017 29,304 miles

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)

Fail 13 Mar 2017 29,304 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 24,136 miles

Front discs & pads low

Pass 13 Mar 2015 19,336 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 14,351 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 14,103 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 13,805 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 13,568 miles

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

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 GZF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GU08 GZF, 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 GZF registered?

GU08 GZF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is GU08 GZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 GZF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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