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S156 JPR

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

91,270 mi
Last recorded91,270 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS156 JPR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 91,270 miles

Both outersills & doorsteps slightly corroded

Brake fluid level was low no leaks found possible master cylinder weep into servo

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s/f floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Fail 3 May 2018 91,270 miles

Both outersills & doorsteps slightly corroded

Brake fluid level was low no leaks found possible master cylinder weep into servo

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s/f floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 May 2017 71,350 miles

Exhaust front down pipe support bracket corroded and broken system is still secure

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 52,937 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2015 40,937 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 29,907 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 29,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 29,732 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 28,695 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 28,694 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 27,919 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 27,515 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 26,731 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 26,194 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 25,756 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 23,887 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 22,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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S156 JPR is a 1998 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 S156 JPR, 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 S156 JPR registered?

S156 JPR is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S156 JPR safe to buy?

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