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FX54 YUL

2004 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,501 mi
Last recorded67,501 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 YUL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 67,501 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 16 Jul 2015 56,377 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 56,377 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 53,040 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 15 Aug 2014 53,040 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 12 Aug 2013 50,779 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 12 Aug 2013 50,779 miles

engine management light on

Pass 7 Aug 2012 48,271 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 48,271 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 43,885 miles

engine management light on

Fail 12 Aug 2011 43,885 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Fail 9 Aug 2010 37,929 miles

Front brake discs rusted.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to see front brake pads through wheels

Pass 9 Aug 2010 37,929 miles

Front brake discs rusted.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

unable to see front brake pads through wheels

Pass 14 Aug 2009 33,949 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 29,616 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 23,922 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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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FX54 YUL is a 2004 Ford Ka in Blue 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 FX54 YUL, 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 FX54 YUL registered?

FX54 YUL is a 2004 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is FX54 YUL safe to buy?

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