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FP54 SVR

2004 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,988 mi
Last recorded40,988 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 40,988 miles

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 39,731 miles

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 38,348 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 36,927 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 35,161 miles

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 33,455 miles

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Arch/sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 31,604 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 29,882 miles

Offside Front Outer sill corroded but not in a prescribed area

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 Sep 2018 29,847 miles

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

Offside Front Outer sill corroded but not in a prescribed area

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Oct 2017 28,604 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 26,759 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 24,581 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 22,724 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 20,583 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 18,442 miles

o/s front and rear tyre sidewalls starting to perrish

Pass 14 Oct 2011 16,313 miles

slight sidewall cracks on tyres

Pass 19 Oct 2010 14,422 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 12,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 12,272 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 9,952 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 7,903 miles

long brake travel due to b/pad wear

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 SVR is a 2004 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SVR, 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 FP54 SVR registered?

FP54 SVR is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is FP54 SVR safe to buy?

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