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BG68 XSW

2018 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,966 mi
Last recorded85,966 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG68 XSW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 85,966 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Handbrake lever has slight free play

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 83,120 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 80,114 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Oct 2023 80,111 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Oct 2022 60,161 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 40,444 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 1 Oct 2021 40,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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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BG68 XSW is a 2018 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 BG68 XSW, 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 8 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 BG68 XSW registered?

BG68 XSW is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 October 2018.

Is BG68 XSW safe to buy?

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