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FM04 SNU

2004 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

56,416 mi
Last recorded56,416 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 56,416 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 56,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end securing nut (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 47,790 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 47,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 39,703 miles

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

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)

rear chassis showing signs of corrosion

Fail 11 Apr 2014 39,703 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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)

rear chassis showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Apr 2013 35,370 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 35,370 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 32,511 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 32,511 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 29,221 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 29,221 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 26,100 miles

unable to check n/s rear wheel outer rim correctly due to wheel trim cable tied on and not fitting correctly

water in header tank on minimum level

Pass 3 Mar 2009 23,298 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 21,207 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 21,191 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 14,967 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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FM04 SNU is a 2004 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 FM04 SNU, 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 SNU registered?

FM04 SNU is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is FM04 SNU safe to buy?

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