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AJ57 LRA

2007 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

30,048 mi
Last recorded30,048 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 LRA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 30,048 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 26,046 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Sill Corroded

Offside Rear Inner and outer sill corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2024 26,046 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Sill Corroded

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner and outer sill corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2023 25,678 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 24,367 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 24,367 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 22,818 miles

Front Noisy top mounts

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 21,763 miles

Nearside Front Top mount slight play

Pass 28 Nov 2019 20,895 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 19,810 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 18,832 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 17,992 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear axle bushes slightly splitting

Pass 8 Dec 2015 17,203 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly corroded on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 15,121 miles

both front tyres cracking

both front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 3 Dec 2013 12,810 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 12,810 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 10,706 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 7,922 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 5,141 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 5,141 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 4,917 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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AJ57 LRA is a 2007 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,273 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 AJ57 LRA, 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 19 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ57 LRA registered?

AJ57 LRA is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 November 2007.

Is AJ57 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 LRA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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