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GU58 EVB

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

68,947 mi
Last recorded68,947 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 EVB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,947 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel housing (chassis) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (both sides) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 68,947 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel housing (chassis) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (both sides) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 53,872 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 39,452 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 29,713 miles

Nearside Front Kerb damage to outer sidewall

Nearside Rear Tyre construction failing causing uneven tread

Pass 12 May 2016 25,078 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 25,078 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 20,683 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 20,683 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 20,146 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 17,377 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 13,936 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2011 9,337 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 EVB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EVB, 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 GU58 EVB registered?

GU58 EVB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is GU58 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 EVB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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