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AP54 FDJ

2004 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,658 mi
Last recorded45,658 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 FDJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 45,658 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 45,658 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (split) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

emission not tested

Pass 7 Dec 2018 43,217 miles

Surface rust underneath car body

Fail 27 Nov 2018 43,206 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Surface rust underneath car body

Pass 16 Nov 2017 41,130 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 36,227 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 36,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 32,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit recorded 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 30,346 miles

both rear tyres perished on side walls

Pass 23 Nov 2013 26,266 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre outer side wall slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Nov 2012 23,262 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 20,222 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 17,371 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 16,029 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 14,807 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 13,209 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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AP54 FDJ 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 81.3%.

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 AP54 FDJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP54 FDJ registered?

AP54 FDJ is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 December 2004.

Is AP54 FDJ safe to buy?

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