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AO54 KAK

2004 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

26,417 mi
Last recorded26,417 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 KAK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 26,417 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear sills inner and outer starting to rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front reinforcing leg starting to rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside headlamp rear cover refitted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 21,822 miles

Nearside Rear Inner alloy wheel has a slight buckle

Offside Front Outer tyre wall showing kerb damage . no canvas showing

complete exhaust system very corroded

underbody getting very corrosive

Fail 9 Nov 2018 21,821 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner alloy wheel has a slight buckle

Offside Front Outer tyre wall showing kerb damage . no canvas showing

complete exhaust system very corroded

underbody getting very corrosive

Pass 13 Nov 2017 18,945 miles

ABS warning light went out ok on initial self check light came on during testing carried out 2nd self check on completion of test light went out ok again

Body has slight corrosion both sill panels (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 18,945 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

ABS warning light went out ok on initial self check light came on during testing carried out 2nd self check on completion of test light went out ok again

Body has slight corrosion both sill panels (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 15,934 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion within 30cm of suspension mounts (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 15,246 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 13,892 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 12,572 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 11,553 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 10,165 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 10,165 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 8,953 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 7,430 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 7,430 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,012 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 4,279 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 4,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AO54 KAK is a 2004 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 45,689 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 AO54 KAK, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AO54 KAK is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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