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S158 AGH

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,604 mi
Last recorded51,604 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS158 AGH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 51,604 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 51,599 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange joint (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,545 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r outter sill slight surface corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2014 43,364 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre low on outer edge

Pass 1 Jul 2013 38,678 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 38,678 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

small piece of metal in tread - offside front tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2012 35,499 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 33,121 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 33,112 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,155 miles

nearside and offside front floor areas heavily corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2009 28,263 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 26,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 26,170 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 23,545 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 20,681 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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S158 AGH is a 1998 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S158 AGH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S158 AGH registered?

S158 AGH is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S158 AGH safe to buy?

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