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AK55 SYE

2005 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

70,342 mi
Last recorded70,342 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 SYE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 70,342 miles

nearside rear bumper damaged

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2019 70,098 miles

front wishbone bushes splitting

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

oil leak from engine

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2018 63,124 miles

chips in screen

front wishbone bushes splitting

Fail 19 Jan 2018 63,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer (7.1.1)

chips in screen

front wishbone bushes splitting

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

Pass 10 Jan 2017 55,999 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 53,000 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 53,000 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 49,384 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 44,658 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 44,658 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,509 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 35,985 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 29,504 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 29,504 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2009 23,165 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 23,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 16,926 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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AK55 SYE is a 2005 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AK55 SYE, 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 AK55 SYE registered?

AK55 SYE is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is AK55 SYE safe to buy?

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