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P171 KVP

1997 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,305 mi
Last recorded28,305 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Ford Ka64,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP171 KVP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2012 28,305 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 28,305 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 18,409 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 17,398 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 16,547 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,562 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 14,626 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 13,638 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P171 KVP is a 1997 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P171 KVP, 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.

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What year was P171 KVP registered?

P171 KVP is a 1997 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P171 KVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P171 KVP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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