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GY58 KFG

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

27,636 mi
Last recorded27,636 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 KFG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2024 27,636 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 27,636 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 26,720 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle mounting bushes have slight deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 26,718 miles

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

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

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 26,453 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs have slight corrosion on inner surface edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of outer and inner sill leading into rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2021 26,453 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner side wall / tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs have slight corrosion on inner surface edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of outer and inner sill leading into rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 26,160 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 25,578 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rears (1.2.1 (b) (i))

both front brake discs corroded

surface corrosion at front suspension points

Pass 14 Sep 2018 25,550 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 25,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished and split (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working plenty of water and motor noise (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 24,732 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside fronts (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre starting to perish and split on outer side wall

Pass 30 Sep 2016 24,726 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 30 Sep 2016 24,726 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 23,733 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 22,531 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 19,561 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2013 19,561 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2012 16,390 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 11,961 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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GY58 KFG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GY58 KFG, 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 GY58 KFG registered?

GY58 KFG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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