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FV04 HFK

2004 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

54,968 mi
Last recorded54,968 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 HFK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 54,968 miles

nearside sill corroded but not holed or weakened

Fail 19 Apr 2017 54,968 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

nearside sill corroded but not holed or weakened

Pass 29 Apr 2016 53,533 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 53,533 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 52,594 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 50,317 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

offside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 17 Jul 2012 46,994 miles

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

rear tyres cracking on side walls

Fail 11 Jul 2012 46,977 miles

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)

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

rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 12 May 2011 44,262 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 37,049 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 28,087 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 23,899 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 18,060 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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FV04 HFK is a 2004 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV04 HFK, 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 FV04 HFK registered?

FV04 HFK is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 May 2004.

Is FV04 HFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 HFK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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