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R599 XJO

1998 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,072 mi
Last recorded27,072 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 XJO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2015 27,072 miles

n/s & o/s head light lens deteriorating

Fail 20 Feb 2015 27,072 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s & o/s head light lens deteriorating

Pass 6 Feb 2014 26,582 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front lower arm rear bush worn

rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Mar 2013 26,089 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,592 miles

corrosion to o/s/r sill

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r bottom arm rear bush deteriorated

o/s/r brake flexi hose perished

Pass 17 Feb 2011 25,332 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 25,106 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 24,781 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 24,492 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 23,595 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 22,581 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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R599 XJO is a 1998 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R599 XJO, 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 R599 XJO registered?

R599 XJO is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R599 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R599 XJO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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