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R41 HRN

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

40,713 mi
Last recorded40,713 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 HRN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 40,713 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 40,713 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 39,125 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 39,122 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 37,268 miles

offside rear tyre inner edge has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 8 Aug 2014 37,268 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)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear tyre inner edge has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 23 Aug 2013 35,276 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 34,248 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 34,248 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2011 33,176 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 31,374 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 29,181 miles

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

o/s mirror cover damaged

Pass 4 Jul 2008 27,992 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2007 26,236 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

rear wiper arm damaged/missing

Pass 21 Feb 2007 26,236 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

rear wiper arm damaged/missing

Pass 25 Feb 2006 25,105 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R41 HRN is a 1998 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R41 HRN, 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 R41 HRN registered?

R41 HRN is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R41 HRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R41 HRN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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