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R131 EWC

1998 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,530 mi
Last recorded16,530 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 EWC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 16,530 miles

Nearside front and rear inner sills corroding

Offside front and rear inner sills corroding

Rear foot brake readings low

Fail 2 May 2018 47,871 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low internal headlamp fault (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside front and rear inner sills corroding

Offside front and rear inner sills corroding

Rear foot brake readings low

fuel pump fuse blew on start up (high amp draw from fuel pump)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 16,366 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 16,365 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 16,162 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 15,970 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 15,741 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 15,385 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 14,817 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 14,185 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 13,318 miles

bonnet prop missing

corrosion on n/s/f chassis rail and o/s/f floor pan

Pass 24 Apr 2009 12,726 miles

bonnet prop missing

Pass 5 Mar 2008 10,691 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 10,455 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 10,455 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

n/s & o/s front & rear tyres perrished

Pass 28 Mar 2006 10,131 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s & o/s front tyres perrished

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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R131 EWC is a 1998 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R131 EWC, 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 R131 EWC registered?

R131 EWC is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R131 EWC safe to buy?

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