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AE17 WVL

2017 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,420 mi
Last recorded45,420 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Ka26,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE17 WVL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 45,420 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 38,963 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 33,275 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 29,722 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 26,545 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 23,331 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 17,924 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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AE17 WVL is a 2017 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 26,876 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 AE17 WVL, 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 9 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE17 WVL?

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What year was AE17 WVL registered?

AE17 WVL is a 2017 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is AE17 WVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE17 WVL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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