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EU52 LRN

2002 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

85,969 mi
Last recorded85,969 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Ka48,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU52 LRN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2021 85,969 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect very milky affecting pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill in the middle of the car (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect very milky affecting pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Front flexi exhaust pipe broken but not blowing

Fuel tank very rusty

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

Noise from the steering column when turning the steering wheel

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill in the middle of the car (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 819,023 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 1 Feb 2020 81,902 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 73,150 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight rust under car

Pass 10 Mar 2018 63,967 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 63,735 miles

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

rust under car

Pass 6 Mar 2017 55,470 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 53,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 49,923 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Feb 2014 46,608 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 46,608 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2013 43,401 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 43,401 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 38,632 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 121,412 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 33,358 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 29,382 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 26,973 miles

Both front tyres are worn on edges,advise to change.

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 24,473 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 20,641 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 15,925 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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EU52 LRN is a 2002 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EU52 LRN, 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

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What year was EU52 LRN registered?

EU52 LRN is a 2002 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 September 2002.

Is EU52 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU52 LRN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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