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AK52 XUE

2002 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,004 mi
Last recorded69,004 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Ka48,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 XUE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 69,004 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle underside recently undersealed

Fail 19 Jun 2014 69,001 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle underside recently undersealed

Pass 4 May 2013 62,701 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both rear tyres slightly perished

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 May 2012 60,120 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 60,120 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 May 2011 53,450 miles

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

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 May 2010 43,427 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 40,373 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 37,946 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 37,946 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 35,230 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 35,370 miles

rear tyres worn and cracking

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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AK52 XUE is a 2002 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK52 XUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK52 XUE registered?

AK52 XUE is a 2002 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is AK52 XUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 XUE shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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