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AX12 EJN

2012 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,404 mi
Last recorded71,404 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 EJN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2026 71,404 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 69,490 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 69,490 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 67,541 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 65,147 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 63,309 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 60,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 56,906 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 53,065 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 48,257 miles

n/s/f shock light misting of oil

Fail 18 Jul 2018 48,256 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

n/s/f shock light misting of oil

Pass 20 Jul 2017 43,101 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 43,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 35,642 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 28,509 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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AX12 EJN is a 2012 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AX12 EJN, 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 AX12 EJN registered?

AX12 EJN is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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