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FT53 EYK

2004 Ford Ka

Maroon Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,461 mi
Last recorded55,461 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 EYK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2015 55,461 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 46,204 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 46,197 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 37,941 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 29,766 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 26,468 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2012 26,451 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2012 29,546 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 26,441 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 23,433 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 21,321 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 19,040 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007
Pass 11 Dec 2006 13,887 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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FT53 EYK is a 2004 Ford Ka in Maroon with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FT53 EYK, 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 EYK registered?

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

Is FT53 EYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT53 EYK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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