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P198 XWR

1997 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,474 mi
Last recorded90,474 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Ka64,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 XWR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2009 90,474 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 89,922 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 89,704 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 88,280 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 86,259 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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P198 XWR is a 1997 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 P198 XWR, 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 P198 XWR?

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What year was P198 XWR registered?

P198 XWR is a 1997 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P198 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P198 XWR shows 5 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 P198 XWR have outstanding finance?

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