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AS04 EJS

2005 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

89,379 mi
Last recorded89,379 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS04 EJS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 89,379 miles

no spare wheel fitted under vehicle

Fail 11 Dec 2017 89,376 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded beam mounting (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

no spare wheel fitted under vehicle

Pass 15 Dec 2016 84,345 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 84,344 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 71,379 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil and water leaks

Fail 1 Dec 2015 71,379 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil and water leaks

Pass 24 Oct 2014 54,020 miles

interior mirror missing

Fail 21 Oct 2014 54,014 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

interior mirror missing

Pass 28 Oct 2013 44,102 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

interior mirror missing

Fail 28 Oct 2013 44,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

interior mirror missing

Fail 23 Oct 2012 32,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 23 Oct 2012 32,440 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 14 Nov 2011 29,837 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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AS04 EJS is a 2005 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AS04 EJS, 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 AS04 EJS registered?

AS04 EJS is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AS04 EJS safe to buy?

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