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R102 OPC

1998 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,191 mi
Last recorded98,191 miles
Recorded on14 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR102 OPC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2010 98,191 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight damage rear number plate

slight wear n/s/rear wheel bearing

Pass 14 May 2009 82,849 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 May 2009 82,655 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 77,833 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 75,823 miles

rear number plate marked advise replace

Pass 26 May 2006 72,582 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES HAVE BEEN TO 155/70/13 THIS IS TO PREVENT TYRES TOUCHING INNER WING AND BRAKE HOSE BRACKET

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

SUSPENSION HSA BEEN LOWERD WICH HAS REDUCED THE EFFECT OF THE SHOCHERS TO BOTH FRONT AND REAR

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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R102 OPC is a 1998 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 62,348 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 R102 OPC, 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 28 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R102 OPC registered?

R102 OPC is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R102 OPC safe to buy?

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