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S121 JDP

1998 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,767 mi
Last recorded92,767 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS121 JDP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 92,767 miles

ADVISE, exhaust flexi pipe slightly blowing.

ADVISE, nearside front brake flexi hose perishing.

ADVISE, nearside rear wheel bearing becoming noisey.

ADVISE, rear number plate deteriorating.

Fail 14 Jul 2012 92,369 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

ADVISE, OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN TO LIMIT.

ADVISE, exhaust flexi pipe slightly blowing.

ADVISE, nearside front brake flexi hose perishing.

ADVISE, nearside rear wheel bearing becoming noisey.

ADVISE, rear number plate deteriorating.

Pass 30 Jul 2011 82,268 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 65,633 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2009 51,553 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 45,473 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 39,411 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 39,411 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 33,535 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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S121 JDP is a 1998 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S121 JDP, 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 S121 JDP registered?

S121 JDP is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S121 JDP safe to buy?

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