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BK57 OPW

2007 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,769 mi
Last recorded96,769 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 OPW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 96,769 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner NEARSIDE FRONT FLOOR CORRODED

Fail 11 Dec 2018 96,769 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner NEARSIDE FRONT FLOOR CORRODED

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 92,770 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Aug 2017 92,749 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Enginewarning light on

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Sep 2016 88,743 miles

Nearside Rear inner arch corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear inner arch corroded

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2016 88,741 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear inner arch corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear inner arch corroded

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 82,081 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 82,081 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 74,426 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 66,312 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 56,129 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 56,129 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 48,009 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 36,242 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 OPW is a 2007 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 OPW, 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 OPW registered?

BK57 OPW is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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