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AF62 MXM

2012 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,090 mi
Last recorded76,090 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 MXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 76,090 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 74,002 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 68,081 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 60,950 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 55,058 miles

Corrosion to exhaust and coil springs

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump corroded and wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 55,058 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to exhaust and coil springs

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump corroded and wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 47,763 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust system heavily corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 47,019 miles

Rear tyres wearing low 175/65/14

Pass 17 Aug 2018 39,094 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 28,462 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 16,035 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Fail 16 Aug 2016 16,035 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 12,953 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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AF62 MXM is a 2012 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 43,215 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 AF62 MXM, 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 14 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AF62 MXM registered?

AF62 MXM is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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