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BG15 CBX

2015 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,198 mi
Last recorded53,198 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 Ford Ka32,755 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG15 CBX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2015
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 53,198 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust deteriorated [flex pipe] (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened main beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 46,423 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 46,423 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 40,199 miles

Sump is badly damaged

Pass 26 Sep 2022 33,903 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 28,390 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to front pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

oil sump badly dented

Fail 27 Sep 2021 28,390 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to front pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

oil sump badly dented

Pass 30 Sep 2020 22,415 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2020 22,415 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 17,504 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 11,669 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 9,191 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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BG15 CBX is a 2015 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 32,755 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 BG15 CBX, 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 11 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BG15 CBX registered?

BG15 CBX is a 2015 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2015.

Is BG15 CBX safe to buy?

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