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P218 YGC

1996 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

28,422 mi
Last recorded28,422 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 1996 Ford Ka64,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP218 YGC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 28,422 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking on sidewall

offside front brake ferrule slightly corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2017 27,020 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 26,283 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 25,243 miles

front disc's corroded on inside

Fail 19 Feb 2015 25,243 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front disc's corroded on inside

Pass 7 Feb 2014 23,877 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Feb 2014 23,877 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 22,153 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2013 22,151 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 20,501 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 20,501 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 18,701 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 18,195 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 16,703 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 15,213 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 12,588 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 12,588 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 7,646 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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P218 YGC is a 1996 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1996 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.9% with a typical mileage of 64,784 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 P218 YGC, 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 30 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P218 YGC registered?

P218 YGC is a 1996 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P218 YGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P218 YGC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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