CarVerify

Free Car Check

ET02 XAL

2002 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,418 mi
Last recorded86,418 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 Ford Ka48,988 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationET02 XAL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2019 86,418 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2018 85,389 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated fluid topped up at time of test (1.1.10 (f))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe mounts need monitoring and repairing as necessary (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside outer sill area corroded slightly

off side outer sill area corroded slightly

Pass 2 Nov 2017 84,493 miles

auxilliary belt (power steering) perished slightly

please be advise both outer sills corroded slightly in prescribed areas

please be advised both front subframe mounts corroded slightly

Pass 2 Nov 2016 83,207 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

fuel filter corroded slightly

please be advised nearside outer sill corroded slightly

Fail 2 Nov 2016 83,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

fuel filter corroded slightly

please be advised nearside outer sill corroded slightly

Pass 13 Nov 2015 81,169 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 81,169 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 71,042 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre worn very low on inner edge of tread

Fail 12 Nov 2014 71,037 miles

Offside Outer Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre worn very low on inner edge of tread

Pass 13 Nov 2013 58,343 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 54,817 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 49,491 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

both outer sills corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2011 44,801 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside front outer sill corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2010 39,711 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

slight fluxuation on nearside front brake

Pass 21 Jan 2009 34,348 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear tyres perished and cracking

screw in nearside rear tyre

spare tyre perished and cracking

Pass 21 Jan 2008 29,400 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 24,615 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 18,876 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
Full Ford Ka reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ET02 XAL is a 2002 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 48,988 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 ET02 XAL, 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 24 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ET02 XAL?

You can check the full history of ET02 XAL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ET02 XAL registered?

ET02 XAL is a 2002 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is ET02 XAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET02 XAL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ET02 XAL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ET02 XAL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.