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FP54 LDA

2004 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

94,561 mi
Last recorded94,561 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 LDA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 94,561 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2016 94,561 miles

Centre Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 80,891 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 80,891 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 71,467 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 71,467 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 66,580 miles

engine oil leak

front discs worn

Fail 5 Dec 2012 66,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

engine oil leak

front discs worn

Pass 29 Nov 2011 58,679 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 49,789 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 49,789 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 39,953 miles

Nearside Front 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 12 Nov 2008 29,391 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 21,871 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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FP54 LDA is a 2004 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FP54 LDA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP54 LDA registered?

FP54 LDA is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is FP54 LDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 LDA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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