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KY58 GGE

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,570 mi
Last recorded117,570 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY58 GGE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 117,570 miles

Nearside Rear Upper corrosion hole near cap for fuel

Fail 9 Nov 2015 117,570 miles

Offside Front Outer Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Rear Upper corrosion hole near cap for fuel

Pass 18 Nov 2014 96,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Nov 2014 96,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 94,507 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion around fuel filler flap

front wipers split but still clear screen

fuel filter corroded

no coolant in coolant tank

Pass 18 Oct 2013 74,750 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 74,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

condensation in nearside headlamp unit

front brake discs corroding

Pass 5 Oct 2012 51,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 29 Sep 2011 34,012 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 34,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KY58 GGE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KY58 GGE, 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 KY58 GGE registered?

KY58 GGE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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