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FT53 CTF

2004 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

56,564 mi
Last recorded56,564 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 CTF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 56,564 miles

both rear tyres starting to split

Fail 20 Aug 2013 56,319 miles

Nearside Rear Upper coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres starting to split

Pass 27 Sep 2012 46,765 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 8 Sep 2011 45,675 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 44,758 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2009 43,854 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 43,854 miles

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

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2009 43,282 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 39,467 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 39,467 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 33,114 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 33,114 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 28,992 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 28,992 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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FT53 CTF is a 2004 Ford Ka in Blue 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 FT53 CTF, 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 FT53 CTF registered?

FT53 CTF is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is FT53 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT53 CTF 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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