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AP05 DVU

2005 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,966 mi
Last recorded61,966 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 DVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 61,966 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 61,966 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 43,938 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 43,938 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 30,971 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 25,666 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 20,688 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 16,793 miles

Rear tyres perishing.

Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,410 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 6,490 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 226 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 188 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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AP05 DVU is a 2005 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AP05 DVU, 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.

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What year was AP05 DVU registered?

AP05 DVU is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is AP05 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 DVU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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