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BN11 VJK

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

53,057 mi
Last recorded53,057 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN11 VJK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 53,057 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread cracking

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2025 51,181 miles

Both Rear Drum Brakes Backing Plates are Corroded

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both Fronts have Corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts and Upper Mounting Cups Corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Drive Seal Seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine has Oil Seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare Tyre has Low/No Pressure

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Beam Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 49,442 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 45,701 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 40,750 miles

Corrosion to rear beam axle, rear coil springs and outer casings of rear shock absorbers

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 40,691 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

minor corrosion rear axle and shock absorbers

Fail 27 Feb 2021 40,691 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Service brake excessively fluctuating o/s/r (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake lagging in operation n/s/r (1.2.1 (d))

Service brake lagging in operation o/s/r (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working n/s (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working o/s (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s (3.5 (a))

minor corrosion rear axle and shock absorbers

Pass 27 Feb 2020 40,633 miles

i)excessive corrosion rear coil springs ii)play/wear in front suspension lower ball joints especially off side iii)minor corrosion rear axle beam /coil springs lower seats

Fail 27 Feb 2020 40,633 miles

Service brake excessively fluctuating n/s/r (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake excessively fluctuating o/s/r (1.2.1 (e))

i)excessive corrosion rear coil springs ii)play/wear in front suspension lower ball joints especially off side iii)minor corrosion rear axle beam /coil springs lower seats

Pass 2 Mar 2019 39,952 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

corroded front brake discs

play in both front suspension lower ball joints when jacked

Fail 2 Mar 2019 39,952 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding not freely rotating (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake excessively fluctuating NSR (1.2.1 (e))

both rear coil springs corroded

corroded front brake discs

play in both front suspension lower ball joints when jacked

Pass 3 Mar 2018 38,321 miles

Rear coil springs and rear exhaust corroded

Fail 3 Mar 2018 38,321 miles

Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear coil springs and rear exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2017 35,404 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2016 30,414 miles

Rear exhaust box corroding advise

Pass 28 Feb 2015 24,226 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 18,098 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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BN11 VJK is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 BN11 VJK, 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 VJK registered?

BN11 VJK is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 March 2011.

Is BN11 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN11 VJK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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