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BG68 XTW

2018 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

55,090 mi
Last recorded55,090 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG68 XTW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 55,090 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jan 2026 55,081 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer cv gaiter split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight lens dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

TPM light on

Pass 14 Feb 2025 47,263 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 47,093 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 42,793 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 40,932 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 40,932 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 31,945 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2022 31,945 miles

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

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

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

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 XTW is a 2018 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XTW, 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 XTW registered?

BG68 XTW is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 October 2018.

Is BG68 XTW safe to buy?

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