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BJ57 XKN

2007 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,244 mi
Last recorded66,244 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2021 66,244 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (at front of arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (behind bumper trim) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 63,412 miles

Offside rear inner arch heavily corroded

Fail 17 Sep 2020 63,412 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside rear inner arch heavily corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2019 61,650 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 58,671 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 53,613 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 53,607 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 48,997 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 42,705 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 42,705 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Mar 2014 38,066 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 38,066 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 34,092 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 30,053 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 23,976 miles

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

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

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 XKN is a 2007 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BJ57 XKN, 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.

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What year was BJ57 XKN registered?

BJ57 XKN is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 October 2007.

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