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R39 SLH

1997 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,180 mi
Last recorded64,180 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Ka64,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 SLH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 64,180 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 62,772 miles

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

both rear axle bushes perishing

Pass 15 Jul 2011 61,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 59,665 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 59,665 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 55,292 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 51,493 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 41,693 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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R39 SLH is a 1997 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 64,290 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 R39 SLH, 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 29 years old, this Ford Ka is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R39 SLH registered?

R39 SLH is a 1997 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R39 SLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 SLH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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