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P159 PTU

1997 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

380 mi
Last recorded380 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Ka64,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 PTU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2010 380 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 91,732 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 84,557 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 71,153 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 59,882 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 52,349 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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P159 PTU is a 1997 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 64,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P159 PTU, 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 29 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P159 PTU?

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What year was P159 PTU registered?

P159 PTU is a 1997 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P159 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 PTU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P159 PTU have outstanding finance?

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