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FX54 YXB

2004 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,732 mi
Last recorded51,732 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Ka45,689 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 YXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 51,732 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Under vehicle boot floor (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 22 Jun 2016 48,132 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 48,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Power assissted steering hose rubbing on driveshaft

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 47,256 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 47,256 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 41,180 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 41,180 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 35,576 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 32,350 miles

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 28,748 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 28,748 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Both front brake discs slightly worn

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 25,568 miles

Both front tyres worn low

General exhaust corrossion

General underbody corrossion

Play in both rear top strut mounts

Slight play in both front top strut mounts

Fail 29 Mar 2010 25,555 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn low

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

General exhaust corrossion

General underbody corrossion

Play in both rear top strut mounts

Slight play in both front top strut mounts

Pass 15 Sep 2008 20,725 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 16,902 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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FX54 YXB 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 FX54 YXB, 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 FX54 YXB registered?

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

Is FX54 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX54 YXB 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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