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R188 GTW

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,731 mi
Last recorded85,731 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR188 GTW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 85,731 miles

Nearside Front floor is corroded

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front chassis is corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front chassis is corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

headlight beam pattern is poor + headlight discoloured

Pass 17 Mar 2016 83,719 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 79,341 miles

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

both outer and inner rear sills and both front floors corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2014 75,983 miles

both outer sill sre corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2013 71,769 miles

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

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

both outer sills are corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2012 68,545 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 65,177 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 62,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 62,050 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 58,951 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 54,198 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 49,574 miles

MINOR EXHAUST BLOW-DOWNPIPE JOINT.

WEAR IN BOTH REAR SUSPENSION TOP MOUNTS.

Pass 31 Mar 2006 44,259 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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R188 GTW is a 1998 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R188 GTW, 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 R188 GTW registered?

R188 GTW is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R188 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R188 GTW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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