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AO62 KBU

2012 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,608 mi
Last recorded41,608 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 KBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 41,608 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 39,133 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 36,925 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 34,466 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 32,202 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 29,537 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 27,080 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 20,226 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 10,283 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 9,372 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 8,330 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 6,611 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

n/s/f tyre starting to crack between tread

n/s/r tyre starting to crack between tread

o/s/f tyre starting to crack between tread

o/s/r tyre starting to crack between tread

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 KBU is a 2012 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KBU, 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 AO62 KBU registered?

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

Is AO62 KBU safe to buy?

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