Ford Ka 2 (1998)
1998 Ford Ka 2
CarHunch is tracking 466 1998 Ford Ka 2 vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1998 Ford Ka has a first-time pass rate of just 10%, far below the UK average of 80%, which makes it a genuinely risky proposition for any buyer. The petrol models in this sample show a 0% pass rate, meaning every single one tested has failed its MOT, though the complete absence of dangerous defects (0%) and zero average failures per vehicle suggest the data may be incomplete or skewed by a very small subset of vehicles.
At an average mileage of 24,703 miles for a 1998 model, these cars are either cherished low-milers or the data is heavily weighted toward survivors in exceptional condition—yet they're still failing MOTs consistently. Before buying any 1998 Ka, get a full pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic, as the headline numbers don't add up and you need to understand what specific issues are actually causing these failures.
We have 466 1998 Ford Ka 2 vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1998 Ford Ka 2
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 465 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 33.3% | 2 |
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