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BK11 YLB

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

115,790 mi
Last recorded115,790 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK11 YLB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 115,790 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2024 115,617 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 115,617 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 115,468 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 115,025 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 114,494 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top shock mount (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 114,494 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top shock mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 114,068 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 113,517 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 112,525 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 112,522 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2017 103,340 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 83,242 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 83,242 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 May 2015 51,792 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2015 51,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 22,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f washer jet not reaching screen

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 YLB is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 BK11 YLB, 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 YLB registered?

BK11 YLB is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 May 2011.

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