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R511 XTP

1998 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

55,129 mi
Last recorded55,129 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR511 XTP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 55,129 miles

Nearside DOOR & SIDE PANEL DENTED

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Jan 2019 55,020 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside DOOR & SIDE PANEL DENTED

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 51,320 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak ()

general corrosion to underside

Pass 27 Jan 2017 48,494 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Jan 2017 48,470 miles

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

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

drivers door check strap insecure/loose at door

Pass 12 Jan 2016 45,793 miles

155/70 r13 75t

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

front floor areas corroded

front tyres underinflated

outersills corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2016 45,793 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

155/70 r13 75t

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

front floor areas corroded

front tyres underinflated

outersills corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2015 40,758 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 40,758 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 40,749 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 40,691 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 40,625 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 40,625 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 40,611 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 40,504 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 40,058 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 39,252 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 38,061 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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R511 XTP is a 1998 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R511 XTP, 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 R511 XTP registered?

R511 XTP is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R511 XTP safe to buy?

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