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R601 DPV

1998 Ford K

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,140 mi
Last recorded34,140 miles
Recorded on18 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Ford K65,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR601 DPV
MakeFord
ModelK
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2010 34,140 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 18,748 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 1,482 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 1,479 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 89,625 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 73,254 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 73,254 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Ford K?

Based on 5,308 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,071
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 562
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 517
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 405
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 333
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 300
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R601 DPV is a 1998 Ford K in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Ford K models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 65,037 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford K fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R601 DPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford K typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Ford K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R601 DPV?

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What year was R601 DPV registered?

R601 DPV is a 1998 Ford K, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R601 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R601 DPV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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