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FT04 LFX

2004 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,919 mi
Last recorded26,919 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 LFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 26,919 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 26,919 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 23,518 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 23,518 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 20,918 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 19,758 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,219 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 12,176 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded Near N/S/F wheel area. (2.3.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 12,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded Near N/S/F wheel area. (2.3.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 12,003 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 11,511 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,847 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 10,127 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 9,220 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 8,252 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 7,249 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 6,247 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 5,141 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 4,014 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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FT04 LFX is a 2004 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 FT04 LFX, 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 FT04 LFX registered?

FT04 LFX is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2004.

Is FT04 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT04 LFX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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