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BL57 MLJ

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

115,296 mi
Last recorded115,296 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 MLJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 115,296 miles

Oil leak ()

rear tyres worn inner edges

screen chipped

Fail 9 Dec 2016 115,296 miles

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

Oil leak ()

rear tyres worn inner edges

screen chipped

Pass 2 Dec 2015 99,869 miles

both frt tyres badly worn inner edges

Fail 3 Dec 2014 85,833 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 85,833 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 74,021 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 74,021 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 62,679 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 62,679 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 49,812 miles

frt discs corroding

Pass 3 Dec 2010 38,393 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 38,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BL57 MLJ is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BL57 MLJ, 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 BL57 MLJ registered?

BL57 MLJ is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is BL57 MLJ safe to buy?

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