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BF61 LWU

2011 Ford Ka

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,398 mi
Last recorded85,398 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF61 LWU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 85,398 miles

exhaust corroding

Fail 13 Jun 2019 85,397 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust corroding

Pass 16 Jun 2018 71,596 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 59,989 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 59,792 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 49,916 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 41,083 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 31,610 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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BF61 LWU is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BF61 LWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF61 LWU?

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What year was BF61 LWU registered?

BF61 LWU is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is BF61 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF61 LWU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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