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AU55 OTV

2005 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

65,633 mi
Last recorded65,633 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 OTV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 65,633 miles

Both side front suspension arms- rearmost bushes deteriorating

Fail 26 Oct 2020 65,614 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (Under driver seat) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Both side front suspension arms- rearmost bushes deteriorating

Pass 25 Oct 2019 63,882 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective water condensation within lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 63,861 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective water condensation within lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 62,232 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 62,207 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 60,642 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 60,626 miles

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

N/s front tyre wearing thin on outside edge

Pass 24 Oct 2016 59,029 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 59,029 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 57,515 miles

Nearside Lower lower front of nearside sill fragile corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2014 56,058 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 43,750 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,299 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,572 miles

N/s fornt tyre worn on edge

Pass 11 Aug 2010 14,106 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,882 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,488 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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AU55 OTV is a 2005 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AU55 OTV, 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 AU55 OTV registered?

AU55 OTV is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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