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R428 TLL

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,904 mi
Last recorded61,904 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR428 TLL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 61,904 miles

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

both rear tyres inner wall perished

both rear tyres perished

both rear tyres tread perished

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 54,976 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 52,799 miles

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 52,799 miles

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

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

Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 51,816 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 51,816 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 50,554 miles

Coolant leak

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

front both sides brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 29 May 2010 49,954 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 48,186 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 42,120 miles

spare tyre missing. n/s/f tyre wearing on the innerside.

Pass 16 Mar 2007 40,794 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 40,734 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 40,734 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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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R428 TLL 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 76.9%.

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 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 R428 TLL, 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 R428 TLL registered?

R428 TLL is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 January 1998.

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The MOT history for R428 TLL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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