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R453 RJM

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,489 mi
Last recorded87,489 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR453 RJM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 87,489 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 87,489 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 25 Oct 2014 86,457 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 86,457 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 85,912 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 85,912 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 83,361 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 83,361 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 79,513 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 79,513 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 78,216 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 78,216 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 77,869 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 76,504 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 74,992 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 72,170 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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R453 RJM 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 62.5%.

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 R453 RJM, 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 R453 RJM registered?

R453 RJM is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R453 RJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R453 RJM shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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