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AV04 SZC

2004 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,989 mi
Last recorded83,989 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 SZC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 83,989 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Surface corrosion under vehicle none to excess at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 74,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 67,493 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 67,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 64,585 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 59,090 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 59,081 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 52,455 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 52,455 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 39,999 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 27,721 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Feb 2008 27,721 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2007 27,065 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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AV04 SZC is a 2004 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AV04 SZC, 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 AV04 SZC registered?

AV04 SZC is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is AV04 SZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV04 SZC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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