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FX04 ZTZ

2004 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

56,913 mi
Last recorded56,913 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 ZTZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2015 56,913 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill outer/inner (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill outer/inner (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) chords showing (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

heavy oil leak

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system/mountings corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2014 53,859 miles

underside of vehicle undersealed in places

Fail 3 Nov 2014 53,859 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 49,929 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 40,362 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 38,212 miles

vehicle overheating

Fail 23 Feb 2012 38,205 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

vehicle overheating

Pass 8 Mar 2011 33,601 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 33,601 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2010 28,076 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 28,076 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 23,321 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 23,278 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 17,608 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 17,561 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 12,427 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 12,427 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

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 ZTZ is a 2004 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 ZTZ, 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 ZTZ registered?

FX04 ZTZ is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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