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Y773 YGC

2001 Ford K

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

74,620 mi
Last recorded74,620 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Ford K48,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY773 YGC
MakeFord
ModelK
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2012 74,620 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 74,618 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 73,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 66,134 miles

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes starting to de bond

front brake discs starting to corrode

rear no plate deteriorating

Fail 27 Jan 2007 66,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

front brake discs starting to corrod on edges

rear number plate deteriorating

speer wheel missing

Pass 30 Jan 2006 59,093 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 59,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Ford K?

Based on 5,308 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
6,071
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 562
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 517
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 405
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 333
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 300
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Y773 YGC is a 2001 Ford K in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Ford K models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 48,608 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 K fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y773 YGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford K typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Ford K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y773 YGC registered?

Y773 YGC is a 2001 Ford K, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is Y773 YGC safe to buy?

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