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AV55 GVP

2005 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,863 mi
Last recorded53,863 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 GVP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2017 53,863 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust hanger missing (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

corrosion to floor offside and nearside subframe.

Pass 4 Aug 2016 50,168 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 45,743 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Aug 2015 45,743 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 41,966 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Aug 2014 41,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Sep 2013 38,166 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 38,166 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 34,345 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 34,345 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 30,658 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 30,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 27,145 miles

engine magment light on

exhaust corroded

n/s/f lower wishbone rear bush seperating

Pass 7 Sep 2009 23,980 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

exhaust corroded

front discs worn

front pads getting down

Pass 1 Sep 2008 20,129 miles

o/s/f tyre wall slight damage

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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AV55 GVP is a 2005 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AV55 GVP, 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 AV55 GVP registered?

AV55 GVP is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2005.

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