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AO62 FRU

2012 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,729 mi
Last recorded51,729 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 FRU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 51,729 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 47,623 miles

Coil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 47,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 44,950 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 43,029 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 39,616 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 35,334 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 30,679 miles

both rear springs rusty

Pass 20 Sep 2018 27,284 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 22,685 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 22,685 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 20,335 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 15,252 miles

both front brake discs scored and corroded

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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AO62 FRU 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 AO62 FRU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO62 FRU registered?

AO62 FRU is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AO62 FRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 FRU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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