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BG12 VSU

2012 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,767 mi
Last recorded18,767 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 VSU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 18,767 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 18,358 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 18,254 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 18,201 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2020 17,909 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 17,808 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 15,163 miles

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

all 4 tyres deteriorating and cracking on sidewalls

Fail 24 May 2018 15,163 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

all 4 tyres deteriorating and cracking on sidewalls

Pass 9 May 2017 15,003 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 19,341 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 13,066 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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BG12 VSU 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 90.9%.

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 BG12 VSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG12 VSU registered?

BG12 VSU is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is BG12 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 VSU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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