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FN54 OEK

2004 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

66,218 mi
Last recorded66,218 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN54 OEK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 66,218 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2019 66,203 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 55,965 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 49,375 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2017 49,374 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 41,384 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 41,282 miles

Offside Sill Corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2016 41,282 miles

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

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

Offside Sill Corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2015 39,470 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 39,470 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,904 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 36,216 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 36,216 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 34,149 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 32,765 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 32,765 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 31,522 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 31,522 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,768 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 26,995 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 22,075 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 22,075 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 20,906 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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FN54 OEK is a 2004 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 OEK, 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 OEK is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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