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AF62 ZMU

2012 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,716 mi
Last recorded89,716 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 ZMU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 89,716 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 79,093 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 68,261 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 55,409 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 45,205 miles

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

Rear exhaust clamp missing

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 41,870 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 41,870 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 37,017 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 31,679 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 28,519 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 21,944 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 14,703 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 13,423 miles

items removed from drivers view in swept area prior to test

Fail 24 Sep 2015 13,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

items removed from drivers view in swept area prior to test

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 ZMU is a 2012 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZMU, 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 ZMU registered?

AF62 ZMU is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is AF62 ZMU safe to buy?

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