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FN54 JXM

2004 Ford Ka

Orange Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,096 mi
Last recorded90,096 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN54 JXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Fail 12 Jan 2024 90,096 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 85,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Jan 2023 85,632 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 81,379 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 81,379 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 75,695 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2021 75,695 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 74,257 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Suspected rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All chassis is patchy (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 73,954 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Suspected rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All chassis is patchy (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 70,237 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Suspected rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 65,172 miles

tyres on 4mm all round

Fail 20 Dec 2017 65,161 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

tyres on 4mm all round

Pass 8 Sep 2016 55,942 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 51,262 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 46,297 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 43,498 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 41,500 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner faces

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 39,013 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 36,510 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 33,663 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 33,663 miles

Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 30,510 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 30,510 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 23,655 miles

both front brake discs worn

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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FN54 JXM is a 2004 Ford Ka in Orange with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FN54 JXM, 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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FN54 JXM is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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