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R326 SRS

1998 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

95,237 mi
Last recorded95,237 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 SRS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2008 95,237 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 95,230 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 95,203 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 87,456 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 87,456 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2006 75,749 miles

POWER STEERING PIPE HAS BEEN RUBBING ON DRIVE SHAFT. OUTER COVER DAMAGED. SUMP PORUS. PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY JUST MEETING LEGAL REQUIRMENTS

Fail 15 Apr 2006 75,749 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

POWER STEERING PIPE RUBBING ON N/S DRIVE SHAFT. OUTER COVER DAMAGED

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

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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R326 SRS is a 1998 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 R326 SRS, 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 R326 SRS registered?

R326 SRS is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R326 SRS safe to buy?

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