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HK14 ABU

2014 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,910 mi
Last recorded61,910 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2014 Ford Ka36,395 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK14 ABU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2025 61,910 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high Top bracket broken (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission UNDERSIDE COVERED IN OIL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment NUT ONLY A COUPLE OF THREADS ON PIN HOLDING IT ON GIVING EXCESS PLAY (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment NUT ONLY A COUPLE OF THREADS ON PIN HOLDING IT ON GIVING EXCESS PLAY (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH WORN/ DEBONDING ADVISE CHANGE NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH WORN/ DEBONDING ADVISE CHANGE NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 52,813 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 52,608 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 45,305 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 40,496 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 36,204 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 25,934 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 25,933 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 16,736 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 11,418 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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HK14 ABU is a 2014 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2014 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 36,395 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 HK14 ABU, 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 12 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HK14 ABU registered?

HK14 ABU is a 2014 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2014.

Is HK14 ABU safe to buy?

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