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BN11 FYW

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

58,749 mi
Last recorded58,749 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 FYW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 58,749 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2025 58,742 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

no oil

Pass 24 Sep 2024 55,099 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Item hanging from rear view mirror ()

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear exhaust clamp missing and rear exhaust in poor condition

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Oct 2023 51,377 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust clamp missing, Rear silencer in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 47,762 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 42,253 miles

NOTE: radiator shows signs of small leak at junction of core/plastic side, near side rear of radiator

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2021 42,253 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall cords can be seen via split , outer wall also splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres have slight inner and outer shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

NOTE: radiator shows signs of small leak at junction of core/plastic side, near side rear of radiator

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2020 37,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Oct 2019 31,179 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 31,179 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 29,018 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 26,353 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 23,466 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 20,596 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 16,081 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 9,368 miles

NSF tyre outer sidewall slight damage

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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BN11 FYW is a 2011 Ford Ka in White 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 BN11 FYW, 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 BN11 FYW registered?

BN11 FYW is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 April 2011.

Is BN11 FYW safe to buy?

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