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S199 YHK

1998 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,017 mi
Last recorded64,017 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Ka62,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS199 YHK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2009 64,017 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 57,947 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 54,438 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 47,902 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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S199 YHK is a 1998 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S199 YHK, 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

How do I check the history of S199 YHK?

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What year was S199 YHK registered?

S199 YHK is a 1998 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S199 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S199 YHK shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S199 YHK have outstanding finance?

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