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GX08 CUY

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,528 mi
Last recorded66,528 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 CUY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 66,528 miles

Front Inner wheel arch covers

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear sills corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2021 63,692 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 63,686 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 60,575 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 46,173 miles

Empty spare wheel carrier poorly secured

Nearside front bumper temporary fixed ,no sharp edges.

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

Rear of inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 27 Dec 2017 40,056 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged under w/arch (2.3.2)

empty spare wheel carrier poorly secured

front bumper and front inner w/arches damaged

rear of inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 28 Dec 2016 28,876 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 28,876 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 19,880 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 19,550 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 18,132 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 16,454 miles

Tyres starting to perish/crack on sidewalls

Pass 31 Aug 2012 13,993 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 10,818 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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GX08 CUY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX08 CUY, 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 GX08 CUY registered?

GX08 CUY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is GX08 CUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 CUY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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