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AB58 BYP

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,185 mi
Last recorded83,185 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB58 BYP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 83,185 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Coil spring mount area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 78,357 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 axle coil spring mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 71,754 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 65,786 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system deteriotating

Fail 22 Nov 2022 65,786 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system deteriotating

Pass 15 Nov 2021 59,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 53,719 miles

exhaust back box deteriorated

Pass 4 Nov 2019 48,233 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 48,223 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 41,750 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 35,857 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 31,668 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 26,686 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 21,959 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 16,199 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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AB58 BYP is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AB58 BYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB58 BYP registered?

AB58 BYP is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is AB58 BYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB58 BYP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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