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AP55 FZB

2005 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,653 mi
Last recorded71,653 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 FZB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 71,653 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2018 71,653 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 67,485 miles

Note: Both rear tyres, walls have deteriorated.

Pass 16 Mar 2016 64,704 miles

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Rear both cracking

Fail 16 Mar 2016 64,704 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Rear both cracking

Pass 18 Nov 2014 56,144 miles

n/s rear body panel damaged

n/s rear tyre perishing and cracking

Fail 18 Nov 2014 56,144 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s rear body panel damaged

n/s rear tyre perishing and cracking

Pass 28 Nov 2013 42,325 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 6 Dec 2012 25,187 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 18,644 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 15,556 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 15,556 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 14,308 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 12,249 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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AP55 FZB is a 2005 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP55 FZB, 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 AP55 FZB registered?

AP55 FZB is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 December 2005.

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