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GY08 XDJ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

73,019 mi
Last recorded73,019 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 XDJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 73,019 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion

Fail 10 Nov 2023 72,984 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 14 Nov 2022 71,283 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded in various places (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 71,283 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed next to seatbelt anchorage (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded in various places (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 69,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 69,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 69,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 69,259 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2019 63,533 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2019 63,531 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 63,224 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 57,815 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Feb 2017 57,815 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 44,387 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 37,413 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 37,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 33,544 miles

Chips in screen

Minor mistings of oil

Slight play and wear in all top strut mounts with vehicle raised

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Surface corrosion to exhaust and hangers weakened

Various covers and undertrays restricting views

Fail 11 Mar 2014 33,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both nearside rear and offside rear tyres perishing,aged and cracking

Chips in screen

Coolant level down

Minor mistings of oil

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

Slight play and wear in all top strut mounts with vehicle raised

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Stone damage and cuts to treads

Strong Advise:Nearside front and offside front lower arm rear bushes showing age,wear and partial separation

Surface corrosion to exhaust and hangers weakened

Various covers and undertrays restricting views

Wiper smear

Pass 25 Mar 2013 29,874 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 23,754 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 17,178 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 XDJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 GY08 XDJ, 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 XDJ registered?

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

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