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BF62 OUY

2013 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

60,344 mi
Last recorded60,344 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Ka40,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 OUY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 60,344 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front shocker corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 60,343 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front shocker corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 58,456 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 58,456 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 55,752 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 55,752 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 53,315 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 50,658 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 50,658 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Sep 2020 48,388 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 48,382 miles

Offside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 45,553 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 42,850 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 31,069 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH PLUS CRACKS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 18,790 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 18,562 miles

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

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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BF62 OUY is a 2013 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2013 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 40,573 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 BF62 OUY, 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 13 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BF62 OUY registered?

BF62 OUY is a 2013 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 February 2013.

Is BF62 OUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF62 OUY shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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