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AE17 YSM

2017 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,102 mi
Last recorded71,102 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Ka26,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE17 YSM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 71,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread/Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread/Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread/Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2025 71,102 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread/Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread/Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread/Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2024 60,112 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 51,007 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2022 43,350 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 35,570 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 27,466 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 YSM is a 2017 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YSM, 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.

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What year was AE17 YSM registered?

AE17 YSM is a 2017 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is AE17 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE17 YSM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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