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GY08 WCN

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,718 mi
Last recorded79,718 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 WCN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2018 79,718 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 69,130 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 59,180 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 24 Mar 2015 46,580 miles

nearside rear inner sill slight corrosion

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside rear inner sill slight corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2014 38,151 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 31,328 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 24,797 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 16,304 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 WCN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WCN, 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 GY08 WCN registered?

GY08 WCN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GY08 WCN safe to buy?

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