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FN54 LNM

2004 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

65,550 mi
Last recorded65,550 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN54 LNM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2014 65,550 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

advise nearside front tyre worn to legal limit

advise security of spare wheel carrier

strong advise ti condition of both rear rear exhaust back box rubber mounts

Pass 22 Nov 2013 63,547 miles

advise condition of offside rear axle bush

Fail 21 Nov 2013 63,547 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

advise condition of offside rear axle bush

advise distortion to front brakes

advise heavy corrosion to front brake discs

advise nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm

advise offside rear tyre worn to 3mm

advise to engine missfire

strong advidr to both rear exhaust rubber mounts in poor condition

Pass 23 Aug 2012 56,749 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 56,749 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 49,784 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 42,485 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 33,972 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 24,958 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 24,792 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 16,663 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

slight play in o/s steering arm

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 LNM is a 2004 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LNM, 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 FN54 LNM registered?

FN54 LNM is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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