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AU61 EWS

2011 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,399 mi
Last recorded87,399 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU61 EWS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 87,399 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 87,354 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 87,270 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer cv boot has small cut (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shock top mount worn (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 87,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre cut to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush shock top bush excessively worn (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush shock top bush excessively worn (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer cv boot has small cut (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shock top mount worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 86,776 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 86,529 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 83,761 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 80,742 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 72,377 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 60,775 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 48,857 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 37,192 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 29,622 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 18,675 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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AU61 EWS is a 2011 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,711 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 AU61 EWS, 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 15 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU61 EWS registered?

AU61 EWS is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 October 2011.

Is AU61 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU61 EWS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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