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P344 PGO

1996 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,219 mi
Last recorded84,219 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Ford Ka64,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 PGO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2018 84,219 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 77,725 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 71,217 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 71,215 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 64,735 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 64,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 63,071 miles

Both rear inner wheel archs corroded and holed - not load bearing

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Dec 2013 63,056 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Both rear inner wheel archs corroded and holed - not load bearing

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2012 59,827 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 56,452 miles

NSR tyre starting to perish

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

OSR inner sill showing early signs of corrosion

OSR tyre starting to perish

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 53,065 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 53,065 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 48,771 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 44,930 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 40,276 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 40,276 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 34,657 miles

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

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

wipers smearing

Pass 17 Dec 2005 29,736 miles

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

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

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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P344 PGO is a 1996 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P344 PGO, 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 P344 PGO registered?

P344 PGO is a 1996 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P344 PGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P344 PGO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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