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AY61 XRW

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

95,064 mi
Last recorded95,064 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 XRW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 95,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2026 95,057 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 95,038 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 93,927 miles

Rear exhaust silencer poor condition

Fail 18 Nov 2024 93,927 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer poor condition

Pass 28 Nov 2023 92,693 miles

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 27 Nov 2023 92,692 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

hand brake cables insecure

Pass 16 Nov 2022 88,389 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine (sump) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer poor condition

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Nov 2022 88,389 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine (sump) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer poor condition

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Dec 2021 85,574 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 29 Oct 2020 74,052 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust silancer box deteriorated

Fail 29 Oct 2020 74,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust silancer box deteriorated

Pass 18 Oct 2019 57,564 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Fail 18 Oct 2019 57,562 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust deteriorated

Pass 18 Oct 2018 37,553 miles

Front n/s shocker damp

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 27 Oct 2017 26,267 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 20,006 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 20,004 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 13,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly cracked

Offside Front Tyre cracked

Offside Front Tyre cracked

Pass 18 Feb 2015 11,767 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 8,651 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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AY61 XRW is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 AY61 XRW, 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.

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What year was AY61 XRW registered?

AY61 XRW is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 September 2011.

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