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AK07 JKU

2007 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

71,182 mi
Last recorded71,182 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 JKU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 71,182 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 71,062 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 68,795 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 61,035 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres cracking on treads.

reverse light inoperative requires new bulb holder.rear wiper defective.

signs of corrosion to both sides front subframe mounting areas/chassis.

Fail 23 Apr 2015 61,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres cracking on treads.

reverse light inoperative requires new bulb holder.rear wiper defective.

signs of corrosion to both sides front subframe mounting areas/chassis.

Pass 22 Apr 2014 51,890 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 51,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 42,953 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 33,989 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 33,989 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 25,709 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 17,442 miles

child seat fitted to offside rear appears incorrectly fitted

coolant level low

small cracks / splits in offside front tyre inside face

Fail 23 Apr 2010 17,442 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

child seat fitted to offside rear appears incorrectly fitted

coolant level low

small cracks / splits in offside front tyre inside face

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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AK07 JKU is a 2007 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 AK07 JKU, 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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AK07 JKU is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 April 2007.

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