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HN08 GZP

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

39,859 mi
Last recorded39,859 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 GZP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2026 39,859 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2025 39,327 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 38,549 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 37,403 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 37,403 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 36,730 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2021 36,281 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2021 36,281 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing severe perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 35,561 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 35,516 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2019 34,212 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 32,476 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 32,423 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 31,403 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge)(new tyre recommended

Fail 23 May 2017 31,403 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge)(new tyre recommended

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 May 2016 29,059 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 22,688 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 16,909 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 16,250 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 16,250 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 13,499 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 10,023 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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HN08 GZP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HN08 GZP, 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 HN08 GZP registered?

HN08 GZP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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