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BK61 JCJ

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,454 mi
Last recorded94,454 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 JCJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 94,454 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 85,884 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 85,884 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 77,426 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyrers outer edge feathered (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 77,426 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached both rear bump stops insecure and interfering with operatiom of coil springs (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyrers outer edge feathered (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 71,313 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 62,181 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 59,166 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 59,166 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 57,806 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 53,988 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s+n/s (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 48,180 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2017 43,085 miles

Oil leak From engine/gearbox areas

Rear Silencer slight leak/corroded also weak clamp

Pass 31 Oct 2016 37,042 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 29,012 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

outer skin on rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2014 21,421 miles

nearside rear tyre mishaped on tread

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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BK61 JCJ is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BK61 JCJ, 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 BK61 JCJ registered?

BK61 JCJ is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 September 2011.

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