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AF05 XDS

2005 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

64,694 mi
Last recorded64,694 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XDS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2020 64,694 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and rear of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (filler and fiber glass) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 59,359 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 59,359 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill back (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 58,707 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 56,817 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 53,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2015 53,103 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2014 50,980 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 47,706 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 47,706 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2012 45,366 miles

passangers side rear tyre wearing low

Fail 30 May 2012 45,366 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

passangers side rear tyre wearing low

Fail 25 May 2011 41,427 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 41,427 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 8 May 2010 30,985 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 30,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 14,506 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 3,279 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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AF05 XDS is a 2005 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2005 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 43,813 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 AF05 XDS, 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 21 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF05 XDS registered?

AF05 XDS is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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