What year Ford Ka3 is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1999 Ford Ka3 has the highest pass rate at 0.5%, out of 134 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Ford Ka3 MOT failures?

The most common Ford Ka3 MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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365 vehicles · MOT data 1998–1999 · first-test pass rates

Best pass rate year

1999

0.5% first-test pass rate · 134 vehicles

Lowest pass rate year

1998

0.0% first-test pass rate · 231 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1999	0.5%	61,187 mi	134
1998	0.0%	—	231

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