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S109 SKM

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,858 mi
Last recorded9,858 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS109 SKM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 9,858 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 1,272 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 1,267 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 1,900 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight buckle to o/s front & n/s rear road wheels

Fail 21 Mar 2011 1,648 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight buckle to o/s front & n/s rear road wheels

Pass 10 Apr 2010 98,381 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 88,810 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 86,621 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 86,621 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2007 84,954 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2006 84,951 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 80,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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S109 SKM is a 1998 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S109 SKM, 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.

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What year was S109 SKM registered?

S109 SKM is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 November 1998.

Is S109 SKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S109 SKM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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