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GY08 SLV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

72,591 mi
Last recorded72,591 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 SLV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 72,591 miles

Front brake discs corroded

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

Rear tail gate damage

Rear valance corroded and hold behind bumper

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under car sprayed with oil

Pass 21 Feb 2018 71,583 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 71,583 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 65,411 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 60,647 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 54,989 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 46,824 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 36,375 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2013 36,375 miles

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

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

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 29,219 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 20,870 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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GY08 SLV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GY08 SLV, 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 GY08 SLV registered?

GY08 SLV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is GY08 SLV safe to buy?

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