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BJ57 VUK

2007 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

41,797 mi
Last recorded41,797 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 VUK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 41,797 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 41,456 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 40,525 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 39,724 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 38,982 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 38,043 miles

Offside Front Lower rear wishbone bush starting to delaminate

Pass 9 Sep 2019 37,068 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2019 37,068 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 36,118 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 35,100 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 34,046 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 12 Sep 2016 34,046 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 14 Sep 2015 32,567 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 32,567 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 31,118 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 9 Sep 2014 31,118 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 3 Sep 2013 29,295 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 26,440 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 23,227 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 18,720 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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BJ57 VUK is a 2007 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 BJ57 VUK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ57 VUK registered?

BJ57 VUK is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is BJ57 VUK safe to buy?

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