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AF55 JZD

2005 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

65,969 mi
Last recorded65,969 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 JZD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 65,969 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and corroded (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 6 Dec 2025 65,963 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and corroded (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 56,728 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Underneath covered in under seal

Fail 17 Aug 2024 56,674 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 56,217 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 56,211 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 55,307 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both front lower arm rear bushes debonding

slight corrosion to sills and chassis

washer bottle cracked

Pass 1 Sep 2021 54,330 miles

both front bottom suspension rear bushes worn

slight corrosion to sills and chassis

Pass 12 Aug 2020 53,398 miles

slight corrosion to o/s/r chassis

Pass 5 Sep 2019 52,299 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

both rear upper arches have corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2018 50,526 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 49,081 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch area (5.2.6)

Fail 2 Sep 2017 49,079 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch area (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 47,470 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 45,907 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 42,851 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 39,142 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 34,590 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 34,590 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 29,765 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 25,396 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 20,744 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 15,972 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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AF55 JZD is a 2005 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 AF55 JZD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF55 JZD registered?

AF55 JZD is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is AF55 JZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 JZD shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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