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R342 DMX

1998 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

18,035 mi
Last recorded18,035 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 DMX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 18,035 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 14,922 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2025 14,922 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 14,601 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 14,487 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 14,460 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 14,360 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 14,102 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 13,982 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 13,892 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 13,728 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 13,525 miles

Offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 12 Dec 2012 13,152 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 12,680 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 12,152 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 11,627 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 11,107 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 11,106 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)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 10,455 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 9,694 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 8,957 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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R342 DMX is a 1998 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R342 DMX, 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 R342 DMX registered?

R342 DMX is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is R342 DMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R342 DMX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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