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BK57 JZL

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

36,096 mi
Last recorded36,096 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 JZL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 36,096 miles

reverse light in op

Fail 24 Sep 2025 36,096 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

reverse light in op

Pass 6 Sep 2024 35,893 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023 35,660 miles

reverse light in op

Fail 30 Sep 2023 35,660 miles

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

reverse light in op

Pass 28 Sep 2022 35,452 miles

reverse light in op

Fail 28 Sep 2022 35,450 miles

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

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

reverse light in op

Pass 30 Sep 2021 35,274 miles

reverse light in op

Pass 16 Sep 2020 35,157 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 35,157 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 34,952 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 34,952 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 34,495 miles

power steering pipes rusted

Pass 26 Sep 2017 34,000 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 33,617 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 33,155 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 30,907 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013
Pass 29 Sep 2012 27,009 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 27,084 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 16,301 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 16,301 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 12,010 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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BK57 JZL is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BK57 JZL, 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 BK57 JZL registered?

BK57 JZL is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 September 2007.

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The MOT history for BK57 JZL shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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