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R868 CGK

1998 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

87,514 mi
Last recorded87,514 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR868 CGK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 87,514 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 83,989 miles

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

nearside and offside inner sills rusting

nearside front lower arm bush worn

nearside front top mount has wear/movement

offside front lower arm bush worn

Pass 17 Jun 2014 79,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front floor pans rusty

offside inner sill rusting

Fail 30 May 2014 79,801 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside front floor rusting

offside inner sill/floor rusting

Fail 14 Jun 2013 76,403 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 76,403 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 72,685 miles

nearside seal rusting

Fail 11 Jun 2012 72,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside seal rusting

Fail 3 Jun 2011 68,754 miles

Both rear flexi hoses starting to perish.Offside sill starting to corrode.

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 68,754 miles

Both rear flexi hoses starting to perish.Offside sill starting to corrode.

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2010 63,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 63,227 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 58,873 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 56,957 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Mar 2007 54,938 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 54,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2006 52,988 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wipers are split on the ends but they still clear screen

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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R868 CGK is a 1998 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R868 CGK, 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 R868 CGK registered?

R868 CGK is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R868 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R868 CGK shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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