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AK51 FVV

2001 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,453 mi
Last recorded81,453 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Ka52,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 FVV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 81,453 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion Outer sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion Outer sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 81,453 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working Side lamp bulb (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam Front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion Outer sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion Outer sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 76,914 miles

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

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 76,914 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 73,335 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 68,379 miles

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

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

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 65,028 miles

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

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

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

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

osf wiper blade splitting

osr tyre perished

Pass 6 Sep 2011 65,028 miles

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

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

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

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

osf wiper blade splitting

osr tyre perished

Pass 23 Sep 2010 59,319 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 54,957 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 49,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 43,981 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 43,981 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 33,469 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 33,469 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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AK51 FVV is a 2001 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AK51 FVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK51 FVV registered?

AK51 FVV is a 2001 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is AK51 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 FVV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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