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AY55 XMR

2005 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

37,545 mi
Last recorded37,545 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 XMR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 37,545 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 35,744 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 35,895 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing chassis area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing chassis area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 35,895 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing chassis area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing chassis area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 35,300 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides ( upper and lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (jacking points area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 34,438 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 34,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 33,550 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides on jacking points area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective also rear exhaust system slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 33,550 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides on jacking points area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective also rear exhaust system slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 32,756 miles

Nearside Front alloy slight bucked

Oil leak slight under car ()

Fail 23 Sep 2017 32,756 miles

Nearside Front alloy slight bucked

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak slight under car ()

Pass 12 Sep 2016 31,762 miles

Nearside Front alloy slight bucked

Fail 10 Sep 2016 31,762 miles

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

Nearside Front alloy slight bucked

both front wiper blades damaged from ends

Pass 26 Sep 2015 31,062 miles

Nearside Front alloy buckled

both front wiper blades perishing

Pass 26 Sep 2014 30,272 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Aug 2013 29,526 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 28,527 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 28,527 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 27,697 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 27,042 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 26,535 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 26,535 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 25,878 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall small cuts not to cords

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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AY55 XMR is a 2005 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 AY55 XMR, 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 AY55 XMR registered?

AY55 XMR is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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