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GV08 NZM

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,841 mi
Last recorded27,841 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 NZM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 27,841 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

N/S/R tyre starting to deteriorate on outer tread. 165/60/r14-75h

Pass 7 Jun 2018 26,737 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 25,971 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 25,971 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 24,965 miles

wipers starting to smear

Fail 11 Jul 2016 24,965 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wipers starting to smear

Pass 3 Jun 2015 24,946 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 23,954 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,954 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 22,433 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 18,665 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 10,909 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 10,909 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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GV08 NZM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GV08 NZM, 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 GV08 NZM registered?

GV08 NZM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is GV08 NZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 NZM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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