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MF08 GVK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,929 mi
Last recorded40,929 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 GVK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 40,929 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 39,222 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s/f (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s/f chassis (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s/r inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 39,220 miles

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s/f rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s/f (8.2.2)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure n/s and o/s/r (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s/f (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s/f chassis (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s/r inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 37,690 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 11 Mar 2017 37,674 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165-60-14 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 4 Mar 2016 36,226 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 36,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper insecure (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 34,463 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 34,463 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 31,272 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)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 27,333 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 22,647 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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MF08 GVK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MF08 GVK, 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 MF08 GVK registered?

MF08 GVK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is MF08 GVK safe to buy?

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