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SE57 GKO

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

73,042 mi
Last recorded73,042 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE57 GKO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 73,042 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Fail 28 Nov 2017 73,042 miles

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

Engine management light illuminated

Pass 23 Nov 2016 68,126 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2016 68,126 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine management light illuminated

Pass 27 Nov 2015 62,833 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 62,833 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 57,589 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2015 57,589 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 51,919 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 51,919 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 49,909 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 49,909 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2012 45,477 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 45,477 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 38,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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SE57 GKO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 SE57 GKO, 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 SE57 GKO registered?

SE57 GKO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SE57 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE57 GKO shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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