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AP53 NUO

2004 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

53,361 mi
Last recorded53,361 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 NUO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2017 53,361 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear inner arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 48,421 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 48,421 miles

Nearside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded flex pipe/ steel pipe mount (3.3.A.2) DANGEROUS

Steering pivot point has excessive play universal joint (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 41,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 41,728 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 40,333 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 36,335 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 33,364 miles

Both sides front lower arms,rear bushes, very slightly splitting

Corrosion on both sides front outer sills started

Front washers intermittant

N/s front brake binding on slightly

N/s front headlamp loose

N/s steering rack gaiter starting to split

O/s rear tyre tread cracking and out of shape slightly

Rear brakes need adjusting

Pass 3 Jan 2012 29,077 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 22,391 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 17,040 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 17,039 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 13,091 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 13,091 miles

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 10,902 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 8,877 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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AP53 NUO is a 2004 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc 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 AP53 NUO, 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 AP53 NUO registered?

AP53 NUO is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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