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FV53 PXZ

2004 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,327 mi
Last recorded82,327 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 PXZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 82,327 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front disc corroded

Fail 5 Jun 2017 82,326 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill and inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front disc corroded

coolant level low

off side front outer sill excessively corroded but not in prescribed area

Pass 14 Feb 2015 78,678 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 74,392 miles

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

Oil leak

coolant leak

Pass 7 Feb 2013 70,374 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Oil leak

nearside front outer edge worn low

offside front outer edge worn low

Pass 15 Feb 2012 65,779 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 65,779 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2011 60,653 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2011 60,653 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 53,784 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 46,324 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 37,776 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 30,519 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 30,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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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FV53 PXZ is a 2004 Ford Ka in Red 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 FV53 PXZ, 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 FV53 PXZ registered?

FV53 PXZ is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 January 2004.

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