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R569 OTT

1998 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,169 mi
Last recorded23,169 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR569 OTT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 23,169 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Sill slightly corroded inside and out ( door jam )

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 23,144 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 22,986 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 22,764 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 22 May 2014 22,359 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 21 May 2014 22,358 miles

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 Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 May 2013 21,851 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 21,334 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 20,661 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 20,103 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 18,987 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 17,939 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 16,278 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 14,777 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 12,848 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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R569 OTT is a 1998 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R569 OTT, 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 R569 OTT registered?

R569 OTT is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R569 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R569 OTT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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