MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,848 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Spare tyre defective
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Bonded suspension unit attachment loose (2.4.F.1a)
Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
BOTH FRONT TYRES SCRUBBING ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES
Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
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S153 SDT is a 1998 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S153 SDT, 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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S153 SDT is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 August 1998.
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