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SD58 GLF

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

70,604 mi
Last recorded70,604 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD58 GLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2018 70,604 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 66,849 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2017 66,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 61,541 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 54,696 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner leg (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner leg (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 53,220 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 46,563 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 46,563 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

offside front tyre is starting to wear on inner edge .

Pass 17 Oct 2012 34,665 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 Oct 2012 34,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 19,888 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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SD58 GLF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 SD58 GLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SD58 GLF?

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What year was SD58 GLF registered?

SD58 GLF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 October 2008.

Is SD58 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD58 GLF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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