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GU58 GPY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,277 mi
Last recorded69,277 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 GPY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 69,277 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2025 69,267 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 66,055 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 62,471 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 58,578 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 54,877 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 51,286 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 47,286 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 43,316 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 39,207 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 34,949 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 30,576 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 26,172 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 22,444 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 18,977 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 15,282 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 GPY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GPY, 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 GPY registered?

GU58 GPY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is GU58 GPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 GPY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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