CarVerify

Free Car Check

AO52 VNK

2002 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

13,686 mi
Last recorded13,686 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Ka48,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 VNK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 13,686 miles

could not test n/s/f seat belt child seat fitted

engine oil level low

n/s rear light dim compared to o/s

phone holder more than 40mm in drivers view of windscreen + mirror hanger removed

Fail 14 Sep 2015 13,686 miles

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

could not test n/s/f seat belt child seat fitted

engine oil level low

n/s rear light dim compared to o/s

phone holder more than 40mm in drivers view of windscreen + mirror hanger removed

Pass 4 Sep 2014 1,509 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 97,170 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 92,170 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 88,384 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 88,384 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Offside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 77,755 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 77,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 67,587 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 67,587 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 59,739 miles

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 51,829 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 39,529 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 26,540 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
Full Ford Ka reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AO52 VNK is a 2002 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AO52 VNK, 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

How do I check the history of AO52 VNK?

You can check the full history of AO52 VNK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AO52 VNK registered?

AO52 VNK is a 2002 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is AO52 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 VNK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO52 VNK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AO52 VNK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.