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BG07 OHL

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

43,833 mi
Last recorded43,833 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG07 OHL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 1 Feb 2021 43,833 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded within 30cm of rear axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded within 30cm on front sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front bottom arm rear bushes have deteriorated causing excess movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated also badly perished (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 40,120 miles

Fuel filter corroded

Rear tyres perished

Small engine oil leak

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 39,624 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outside front sill area after wheel arch (Both sides) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion around filler flap (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2019 39,622 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Underside of vehicle by sill area (Both sides) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Suspension top mount has excessive movement (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Rear sill by wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outside front sill area after wheel arch (Both sides) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion around filler flap (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 37,741 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 37,741 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 May 2017 35,485 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 32,734 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 32,734 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 29,612 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 26,765 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 26,765 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 24,480 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 21,708 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 18,088 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 15,195 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 15,195 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BG07 OHL is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,273 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 BG07 OHL, 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 19 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BG07 OHL is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 May 2007.

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