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BD12 LKJ

2012 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,124 mi
Last recorded42,124 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 LKJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 42,124 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 38,922 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 38,922 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 34,153 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 34,150 miles

Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury o/s/r fuel cap flap (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 26,539 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 23,869 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Mar 2018 23,869 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 17,902 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 13,892 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 10,913 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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BD12 LKJ is a 2012 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BD12 LKJ, 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 BD12 LKJ registered?

BD12 LKJ is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is BD12 LKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 LKJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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