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R427 TLK

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,628 mi
Last recorded75,628 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 TLK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 75,628 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 72,642 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 70,241 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 70,241 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 67,904 miles

Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Both rear tyres have slight cracking

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 65,871 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 64,770 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 64,770 miles

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 63,667 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 63,666 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Upper Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 61,947 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 59,355 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 11 Apr 2006 59,354 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.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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R427 TLK is a 1998 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R427 TLK, 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 R427 TLK registered?

R427 TLK is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R427 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R427 TLK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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