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AV57 YJO

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

104,093 mi
Last recorded104,093 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 YJO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2019 104,093 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side low (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear seat belts not checked

corrosion around fuel filler

upper steering column appears noisey

various underbody and chassis surface corrosion

vehicle has excessive dirt underside making component inspection difficult

Pass 10 Aug 2018 94,468 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper steering column appears noisey but no play

various under body surface corrosion

vehicle has excessive dirt underside making inspection of some parts difficult

Fail 31 Jul 2018 94,067 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Upper steering column appears noisey but no play

various under body surface corrosion

vehicle has excessive dirt underside making inspection of some parts difficult

Pass 17 Jul 2017 80,996 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link upper joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bushes (2.4.G.2)

slight knocking in steering column

vehicle excessively dirty underside making inspection of some parts difficult

Pass 12 Aug 2016 70,528 miles

Both Rear Brake Pipes are covered

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Rear Exhaust Hanger Broken

Slight Knocking in Steering column

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2016 70,528 miles

Both Rear Brake Pipes are covered

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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

Rear Exhaust Hanger Broken

Slight Knocking in Steering column

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 59,872 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 51,396 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 51,396 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 42,286 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 42,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear handbrake cable support clip loose.

Pass 14 Aug 2012 33,914 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 24,941 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 16,832 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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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AV57 YJO is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 AV57 YJO, 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 AV57 YJO registered?

AV57 YJO is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 December 2007.

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