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AP51 DHD

2001 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,105 mi
Last recorded58,105 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Ford Ka52,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 DHD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2018 58,105 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 53,967 miles

Offside Rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 24 Mar 2016 53,204 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 50,819 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 47,228 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 42,813 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

both sills and floor n/s/f corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2012 38,746 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 38,746 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 34,846 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 31,010 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 271,239 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 23,564 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 19,975 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 18,081 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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AP51 DHD is a 2001 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 52,742 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 AP51 DHD, 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 25 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP51 DHD registered?

AP51 DHD is a 2001 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is AP51 DHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 DHD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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