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AR04 KUV

2004 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,447 mi
Last recorded93,447 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 KUV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 93,447 miles

General corrosion

Nearside front lower suspension arm bush split

Nearside front tyre tread cracked

Pass 3 Apr 2017 91,412 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 90,302 miles

chip in windscreen

slight play in rear axle bushes

surface corrosion to sills

Fail 1 Apr 2015 84,748 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play in front top suspension legs

Pass 1 Apr 2015 84,748 miles

slight play in front top suspension legs

Pass 26 Mar 2014 70,672 miles

front brake discs corroding

front suspension arm bushes perishing

Pass 25 Mar 2013 58,986 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 48,366 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,045 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 29,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2010 29,537 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 20,554 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 17,911 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 14,410 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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AR04 KUV is a 2004 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AR04 KUV, 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 AR04 KUV registered?

AR04 KUV is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is AR04 KUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR04 KUV 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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