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BJ57 XMU

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,806 mi
Last recorded56,806 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 XMU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 56,806 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 55,878 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 55,061 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 54,654 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 53,686 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 53,013 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 52,230 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 51,228 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 50,519 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 49,209 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 48,085 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 47,170 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 43,243 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 43,243 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 27,329 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 23,357 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 23,344 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 19,507 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 XMU is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XMU, 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 XMU registered?

BJ57 XMU is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is BJ57 XMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ57 XMU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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