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FM53 PUA

2004 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,065 mi
Last recorded61,065 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 PUA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 61,065 miles

coil springs rusty

exhaust rusty

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside front chassis leg and sub frame mounting rusty/// nearside rear chassis leg rusty

Fail 21 Mar 2018 61,065 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

coil springs rusty

exhaust rusty

nearside front chassis leg and sub frame mounting rusty/// nearside rear chassis leg rusty

Pass 18 Sep 2015 61,020 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 54,742 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 50,655 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

off side rear tyre sidewall perrished

Pass 19 Sep 2012 45,141 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 18 Sep 2012 45,141 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2011 42,684 miles

surface rust on exhaust

Pass 14 Jan 2011 40,077 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 14 Jan 2011 40,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 34,497 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 29,285 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 24,576 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 20,587 miles

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

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

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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FM53 PUA is a 2004 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FM53 PUA, 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 FM53 PUA registered?

FM53 PUA is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is FM53 PUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 PUA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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