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RFZ 5542

2014 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,227 mi
Last recorded60,227 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2014 Ford Ka36,395 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFZ 5542
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 60,227 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Feb 2023 60,216 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak Engine coolant leak ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 56,984 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 52,558 miles

Offside Slight play in track rod

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pipe into back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 47,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and bald inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust front flexy section deteriorated, and clamp missing back box

Pass 6 Feb 2019 42,986 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both headlights slightly insecure

Pass 5 Feb 2018 38,923 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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RFZ 5542 is a 2014 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2014 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 36,395 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 RFZ 5542, 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 12 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFZ 5542 registered?

RFZ 5542 is a 2014 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2014.

Is RFZ 5542 safe to buy?

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