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BJ61 EYC

2011 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,648 mi
Last recorded84,648 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 EYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 84,648 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2026 84,648 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2025 81,024 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 74,558 miles

Play in the nearside front lower arm

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 26 May 2023 68,518 miles

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))

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

Fail 26 May 2023 68,518 miles

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))

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 62,265 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 58,427 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 53,826 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 53,826 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 41,336 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 27,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 May 2017 14,743 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 4,129 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 3,525 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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BJ61 EYC is a 2011 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,711 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 BJ61 EYC, 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 15 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 BJ61 EYC registered?

BJ61 EYC is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is BJ61 EYC safe to buy?

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