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P724 UUR

1997 Ford K

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

59,264 mi
Last recorded59,264 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford K68,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP724 UUR
MakeFord
ModelK
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2008 59,264 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

head gasket appears to have gone

Pass 4 Jul 2007 55,989 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

advanced corrosion to o/s/r chassis rail

no tread on outer edge of n/s/f tyre

part twist in both rear brake hoses

Fail 3 Jul 2007 55,989 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

advanced corrosion to o/s/r chassis rail

no tread on outer edge of n/s/f tyre

part twist in both rear brake hoses

Pass 13 Jun 2006 48,236 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 48,235 miles

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

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

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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P724 UUR is a 1997 Ford K in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1997 Ford K models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.6% with a typical mileage of 68,430 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 P724 UUR, 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 29 years old, this Ford K is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P724 UUR registered?

P724 UUR is a 1997 Ford K, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P724 UUR safe to buy?

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