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AK02 VHF

2002 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,975 mi
Last recorded21,975 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Ford Ka48,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 VHF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 21,975 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 21,975 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 21,109 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 20,096 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 20,096 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 19,910 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 19,910 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 19,663 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 19,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 19,189 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 19,189 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 18,965 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 18,770 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 18,610 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2014 18,450 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 18,450 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 18,357 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 17,981 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,131 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 16,139 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 15,144 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 15,144 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 13,768 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 13,768 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 12,105 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 10,577 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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AK02 VHF is a 2002 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 48,988 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 AK02 VHF, 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 24 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK02 VHF registered?

AK02 VHF is a 2002 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is AK02 VHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 VHF shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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