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FV04 GVT

2004 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,384 mi
Last recorded83,384 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 GVT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 83,384 miles

Nearside Front knocking noise

general underbody corrision

Fail 30 Jun 2016 83,384 miles

Nearside Front knocking noise

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

general underbody corrision

Pass 9 Jul 2015 74,317 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2015 74,112 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 66,272 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 60,393 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 55,904 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 55,902 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 46,413 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 36,474 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jul 2009 27,850 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 27,840 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 17,422 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 17,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 14 Jun 2007 13,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre worn right to limit and requires replacement

rear brakes require adjustment

Pass 14 Jun 2007 13,584 miles

offside front tyre worn right to limit and requires replacement

rear brakes require adjustment

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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FV04 GVT is a 2004 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 FV04 GVT, 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 FV04 GVT registered?

FV04 GVT is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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