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R130 HGF

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

72,545 mi
Last recorded72,545 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR130 HGF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2010 72,545 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 72,539 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 61,801 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 61,796 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 56,688 miles

front no plate slitley deteriorated

Fail 26 Jun 2008 56,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front no plate slitley deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2007 51,515 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 51,445 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 40,355 miles

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

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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R130 HGF is a 1998 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R130 HGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R130 HGF registered?

R130 HGF is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R130 HGF safe to buy?

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