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AD51 FKA

2001 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

55,459 mi
Last recorded55,459 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Ford Ka52,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 FKA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 55,459 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 52,315 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2018 52,315 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 49,577 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 48,589 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 47,232 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 45,393 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 43,244 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 41,890 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 37,229 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 30,178 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 30,178 miles

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

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

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

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 26,072 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 26,072 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

interior rear view mirror not fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2007 22,191 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 22,191 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

washer cap missing

Pass 23 Nov 2006 19,030 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 29 Nov 2005 16,116 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 16,116 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

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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AD51 FKA is a 2001 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 52,742 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 AD51 FKA, 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 25 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD51 FKA registered?

AD51 FKA is a 2001 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is AD51 FKA safe to buy?

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