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AV57 GWW

2007 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,797 mi
Last recorded49,797 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 GWW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2020 49,797 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low Headlight adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes covered in mud all over underside of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 41,473 miles

General under body corrosion.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 39,786 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2018 39,785 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 39,018 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 38,104 miles

Exhaust system rusted

Floor pan/chassis rusted

Front anti-roll bar mounting bushes worn

Front chassis rails/inner wings rusted

Front windscreen wiper blades worn

Internal headlamp adjuster set to zero to recheck the headlamp aim

Items removed from the drivers view prior to starting the inspection

Metal power steering pipework rusted

Nearside front tyre aged

Nearside rear tyre perished, aged and worn low

Offside rear tyre badly perished and aged

Outer sills rusted

Rear axle mounting bushes perished and worn

Fail 23 Apr 2016 38,102 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Floor pan/chassis rusted

Exhaust system rusted

Front anti-roll bar mounting bushes worn

Front chassis rails/inner wings rusted

Front windscreen wiper blades worn

Internal headlamp adjuster set to zero to recheck the headlamp aim

Items removed from the drivers view prior to starting the inspection

Metal power steering pipework rusted

Nearside front tyre aged

Nearside rear tyre perished, aged and worn low

Offside rear tyre badly perished and aged

Outer sills rusted

Rear axle mounting bushes perished and worn

Pass 30 Apr 2015 36,751 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 35,458 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 29,690 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 27,449 miles

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

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

front wiper blades just starting to smear

Pass 12 Sep 2011 23,477 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 23,428 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 20,940 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 20,940 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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AV57 GWW is a 2007 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,273 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 AV57 GWW, 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 19 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV57 GWW registered?

AV57 GWW is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is AV57 GWW safe to buy?

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