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BF12 DFV

2012 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,911 mi
Last recorded59,911 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 DFV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 59,911 miles

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

Offside Front lower arm bush perishing

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

corrosion suspension. brake lines, springs, exhaust

Fail 21 May 2026 59,911 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front lower arm bush perishing

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

corrosion suspension. brake lines, springs, exhaust

Pass 30 May 2025 48,759 miles

Corrosion to suspension and exhaust

Pass 5 Jun 2024 45,665 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 42,707 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 39,165 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 28,243 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 24,868 miles

exhaust silencer corroding

Pass 13 Mar 2020 24,777 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 24,318 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 23,794 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 23,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 22,346 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 21,480 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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BF12 DFV is a 2012 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 BF12 DFV, 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 BF12 DFV registered?

BF12 DFV is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is BF12 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 DFV 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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