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AP04 PYV

2004 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

67,815 mi
Last recorded67,815 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 PYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 May 2017 67,815 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front tyres perished

Pass 28 Apr 2016 64,980 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2016 64,192 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking rack (2.3.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 21 May 2015 63,018 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 63,018 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 59,243 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 May 2014 59,243 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,016 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 47,354 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 36,029 miles

front tyres on limit/POOR

Pass 9 Feb 2010 27,288 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 24,290 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 19,019 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 12,002 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 11,996 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 11,996 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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AP04 PYV is a 2004 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AP04 PYV, 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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What year was AP04 PYV registered?

AP04 PYV is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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