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R29 MFP

1998 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,288 mi
Last recorded95,288 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 MFP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 95,288 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 95,279 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 92,930 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 91,005 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 88,152 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 84,968 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 79,827 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 73,836 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 67,347 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 55,776 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 49,305 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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R29 MFP is a 1998 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R29 MFP, 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 R29 MFP registered?

R29 MFP is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R29 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 MFP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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