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A1 BBC

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,047 mi
Last recorded21,047 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 BBC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 21,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2025 21,020 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure Headlamp not secured correctly, missing bolts/screws to hold in place properly. (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 20,207 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 18,604 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 17,156 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 15,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 14,188 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 12,708 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 11,018 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 9,329 miles

rear exhaust getting weak

Pass 13 Sep 2016 7,789 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 6,142 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 4,679 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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A1 BBC is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,711 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 A1 BBC, 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 15 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 BBC registered?

A1 BBC is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is A1 BBC safe to buy?

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