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GU58 EOB

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,042 mi
Last recorded28,042 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 EOB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 28,042 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 28,041 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 26,199 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 24,455 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 24,454 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle coil spring (5.2.3 (f))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 24,127 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 24,127 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 22,805 miles

Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis legs and floor areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2021 22,805 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis legs and floor areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 21,932 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 21,818 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 16,647 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 16,628 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 10,785 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 9,675 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 8,693 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 7,631 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 6,715 miles

All tyres have age cracks in tread.

Pass 9 Sep 2013 5,878 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 4,954 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 3,801 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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GU58 EOB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GU58 EOB, 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 GU58 EOB registered?

GU58 EOB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is GU58 EOB safe to buy?

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