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RA56 LFU

2007 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,238 mi
Last recorded72,238 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA56 LFU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 72,238 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 72,218 miles

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting central near seat belt bolt (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 55,098 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 41,944 miles

Both rear axle bushes splitting

Pass 24 Jan 2017 40,677 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 38,680 miles

N/s front tyre worn low on outer edge

N/s rear tyre heavily perished

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 36,591 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 34,564 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 31,544 miles

o/s/r tyre sidewall slight deterioration.

slight rubbing noise from steering.

Pass 24 Jan 2012 30,540 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 27,755 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Jan 2010 23,962 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 23,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RA56 LFU is a 2007 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,273 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 RA56 LFU, 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 19 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RA56 LFU registered?

RA56 LFU is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 February 2007.

Is RA56 LFU safe to buy?

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