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GX58 BWG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,574 mi
Last recorded44,574 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX58 BWG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 44,574 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 44,574 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 37,990 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 37,990 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre underinflated

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 28,943 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 24,724 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 20,647 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 17,437 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 13,340 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 9,338 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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GX58 BWG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GX58 BWG, 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 GX58 BWG registered?

GX58 BWG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is GX58 BWG safe to buy?

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