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BK57 RFJ

2007 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

68,320 mi
Last recorded68,320 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 RFJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Jan 2023 68,320 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

nearside rear inner wheel arch upper area holed and corroded

rear axle mounting bushes worn / bonding failing / deteriorating

Pass 18 Jan 2022 59,807 miles

Rear fuel car surrounding area rusted

Fail 18 Jan 2022 59,807 miles

Rear fuel car surrounding area rusted

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2021 48,316 miles

Rear both rear tyres outer wall cracks and perishing

Rear fuel filler cap area has rust bubbling up

Pass 14 Jan 2020 43,818 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner + Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Cap Outer area signs of corrosion forming

Fail 11 Jan 2020 43,814 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner + Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner + Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Cap Outer area signs of corrosion forming

Pass 29 May 2019 41,544 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear body floor and sill / wheel arch seams have corrosion forming and around fuel flap area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 May 2019 41,543 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear body floor and sill / wheel arch seams have corrosion forming and around fuel flap area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void of tread on inner edge and 2mm tread depth approx (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 38,197 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 35,348 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 32,029 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,997 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 26,408 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 22,376 miles

FRONT PADS GETTING LOW

Pass 21 Sep 2012 18,409 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,500 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 13,500 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 10,157 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 RFJ is a 2007 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 BK57 RFJ, 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 RFJ registered?

BK57 RFJ is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 September 2007.

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