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BD51 FHF

2001 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

22,686 mi
Last recorded22,686 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Ford Ka52,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 FHF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2019 22,686 miles

Central Chassis Corroded Not Affecting Strength Or Rigidity

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Sill Corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2018 22,600 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 22,506 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 22,254 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 22,254 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' items on rear view mirror and dash (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 22,076 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill (5.2.6)

Offside Front tie rod end slight play

Pass 16 Oct 2014 21,769 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 21,763 miles

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

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

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

all four tyrea are cracked

Pass 15 Oct 2013 21,340 miles

o/s outer sill has slight corrosion

Pass 4 Oct 2012 20,734 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 20,734 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 20,190 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 19,651 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 18,880 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 18,880 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 17,517 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 15,993 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 15,993 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 14,852 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 14,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BD51 FHF is a 2001 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 52,742 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 BD51 FHF, 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 25 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD51 FHF registered?

BD51 FHF is a 2001 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is BD51 FHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 FHF shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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