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S172 VKJ

1998 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,369 mi
Last recorded98,369 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS172 VKJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 98,369 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 96,518 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 96,518 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 90,394 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 86,590 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,189 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 72,369 miles

all four tyres worn on edges

o/s & n/s lower arm inner bushes worn

Pass 5 Aug 2010 65,995 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 50,050 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 44,754 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 37,965 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front lower arm bushes cracking. rear no. plate poor. interior mirror cracked

Pass 27 Jul 2006 23,923 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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S172 VKJ 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 91.7%.

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 S172 VKJ, 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 S172 VKJ registered?

S172 VKJ is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S172 VKJ safe to buy?

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