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GU08 LLK

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,814 mi
Last recorded85,814 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2020 85,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear sill corroded

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear sill corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

body work badly corroded around filler neck

Fail 6 Jan 2020 85,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear sill corroded

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear sill corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

body work badly corroded around filler neck

Pass 7 Jan 2019 76,057 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 72,585 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 72,585 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 68,600 miles

Offside Front Inner wheel arch insecure

Fail 9 Dec 2016 68,600 miles

Offside Front Inner wheel arch insecure

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 63,031 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perished

Fail 16 Dec 2015 63,031 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working neither 2x501 bulbs fitted (1.1.C.1d)

both rear tyres perished

Fail 29 Dec 2014 57,111 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Dec 2014 57,111 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jan 2014 51,086 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 44,076 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 44,076 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 28,046 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 9,119 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 LLK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LLK, 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 GU08 LLK registered?

GU08 LLK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is GU08 LLK safe to buy?

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