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KL05 AVU

2005 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

70,486 mi
Last recorded70,486 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL05 AVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 70,486 miles

Exhaust corroded but not blowing at time of test

Oil leak ()

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush both on axle beam (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2016 70,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Exhaust corroded but not blowing at time of test

Oil leak ()

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush both on axle beam (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 62,275 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 62,275 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 54,651 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 54,651 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 46,823 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on both edges

Fail 12 Jul 2013 46,822 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on both edges

Pass 9 Jul 2012 40,220 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 36,857 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 33,633 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 28,396 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 28,396 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 21,733 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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KL05 AVU is a 2005 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 43,813 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 KL05 AVU, 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 21 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KL05 AVU?

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What year was KL05 AVU registered?

KL05 AVU is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is KL05 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL05 AVU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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