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FX04 FWT

2004 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,638 mi
Last recorded51,638 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 FWT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2017 51,638 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush axle mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear axle mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle mount/inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 44,650 miles

front subframe corroded

Fail 10 Mar 2016 44,642 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front subframe corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2015 37,584 miles

Offside and nearside rear tyres perished/cracked

Pass 3 Mar 2014 32,022 miles

near side rear tyre very perished

Fail 3 Mar 2014 32,022 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

near side rear tyre very perished

Pass 15 Feb 2013 27,431 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 23,881 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 20,018 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 20,018 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 16,301 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 12,798 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 10,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 10,611 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 6,926 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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FX04 FWT is a 2004 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FX04 FWT, 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 FX04 FWT registered?

FX04 FWT is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is FX04 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 FWT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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