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BK11 JWZ

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

20,679 mi
Last recorded20,679 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK11 JWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 20,679 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

rear axle corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2025 20,678 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

rear axle corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2024 19,977 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 19,517 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 18,866 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 17,944 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 17,153 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 16,692 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2019 14,918 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2018 13,433 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 12,018 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 10,384 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 8,612 miles

Exhaust back box corroded but no leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 6,837 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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BK11 JWZ is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BK11 JWZ, 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.

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What year was BK11 JWZ registered?

BK11 JWZ is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 March 2011.

Is BK11 JWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK11 JWZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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