MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,335 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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a/c pipes insecure at n/s
front brake vibration
n/s inner cv boot leaking
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear coil spring damaged by excessive heat (2.4.C.1c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
a/c pipes at n/s insecure
front brake discs warped
n/s inner cv boot leaking
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front suspension arm bushes
How Reliable is the Ford Ka?
Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R473 TST is a 1998 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 R473 TST, 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 R473 TST registered?
R473 TST is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 1998.
Is R473 TST safe to buy?
The MOT history for R473 TST shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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