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FP04 NHE

2004 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,843 mi
Last recorded122,843 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP04 NHE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 Jan 2021 122,843 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH NS AND OS SPLIT AND JOINTS VISIBLE (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both ns and os floor pan / floor to sill / outer sills / lower wing areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired both ns and os floor pan / floor to sill / outer sills / lower wing areas not fully seam welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan / floor to sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired os floor pan / floor to sill / lower arch and inner arch areas not fully seam welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced os floor pan / floor to sill / lower arch and inner arch areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength os floor pan / floor to sill / lower arch and inner arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired os floor pan / floor to sill / lower arch and inner arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Flashing (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure MRF **12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure MRF **00 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked with no cords showing at time of inspection (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive os floor pan / floor to sill / areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Body panel slightly loose wheel arch / spat (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan / floor to sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan, floor to sill, sill to lower arch, outer sill and chassis leg areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan, floor to sill, sill to lower arch, outer sill and chassis leg areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ns and os floor pan / floor to sill / outer sill areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Service brake Result Brake efficiency 53%. Rear brakes require attention

corrosion to underbody components and panels

Pass 17 Jan 2020 121,021 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2017 107,983 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 107,983 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 102,532 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 102,532 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2015 96,751 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 96,751 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 91,496 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 91,496 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 85,517 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 79,023 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 72,080 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 63,466 miles

Front tyres starting to wear low.

Pass 23 Jun 2009 53,618 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 53,478 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

nearside rear footbrake effort down a bit

Pass 20 Jun 2008 42,901 miles

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

The number plates carry an emblem of NON International Symbol / flag.

Pass 15 Jun 2007 31,760 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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FP04 NHE is a 2004 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FP04 NHE, 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 FP04 NHE registered?

FP04 NHE is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 July 2004.

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