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FT04 LML

2004 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

58,761 mi
Last recorded58,761 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 LML
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2015 58,761 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 58,744 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both sills (6.1.B.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both rear (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

under body starting corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2014 53,792 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 45,548 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

both rear coil springs corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2013 45,544 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2012 38,444 miles

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

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

nearside rear axle bush split

Pass 18 Jul 2011 32,939 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2011 32,939 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 26 May 2011 32,581 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 27,427 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 21,035 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 15,529 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 11,197 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 LML is a 2004 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LML, 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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FT04 LML is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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