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ML08 GOK

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,167 mi
Last recorded32,167 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 GOK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 32,167 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer sill corroded

n/s outer sill corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2020 24,958 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 23,355 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 22,775 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 21,763 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 21,763 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken about to puncture tyre (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2016 20,816 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 19,595 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 19,595 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 18,001 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 15,338 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)

both rear tyres are cracking

Pass 20 Apr 2012 9,628 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 5,180 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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ML08 GOK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ML08 GOK, 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 ML08 GOK registered?

ML08 GOK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is ML08 GOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 GOK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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