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FM04 LGD

2004 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,871 mi
Last recorded52,871 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 LGD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 52,871 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 49,045 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2018 49,045 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 43,910 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 43,910 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 38,553 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear body work damaged

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 33,224 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 31,069 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 30,056 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 30,039 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 29,941 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 29,302 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 29,302 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2009 27,397 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 25,454 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,211 miles

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

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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FM04 LGD is a 2004 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 45,689 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 FM04 LGD, 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 22 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM04 LGD registered?

FM04 LGD is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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