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SD58 GZJ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

79,693 mi
Last recorded79,693 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 14 May 2022 79,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill X 2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Apr 2021 77,579 miles

Seals corroded but not excessive.

Fail 28 Apr 2021 77,579 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Seals corroded but not excessive.

Pass 26 May 2020 63,153 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 63,153 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 51,476 miles

Front floors are corroded

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

Fail 12 Feb 2019 51,476 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted fitted incorrectly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front floors are corroded

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 49,132 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 47,948 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 46,768 miles

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

Offside Front Lower arm bush slight deterioration.

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

Offside Front tyre slight wear on inner edge.

o/sf outer tyre wall slight damage.

Fail 15 Feb 2016 46,768 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower arm bush slight deterioration.

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

Offside Front tyre slight wear on inner edge.

o/sf outer tyre wall slight damage.

Pass 28 Jan 2015 44,996 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 43,418 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)

Fail 12 Feb 2014 43,418 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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 41,508 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 40,039 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 40,019 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 40,019 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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 GZJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GZJ, 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 SD58 GZJ registered?

SD58 GZJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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