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BT16 DZL

2016 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,470 mi
Last recorded25,470 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Ka30,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT16 DZL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2025 25,470 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 24,260 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 22,532 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 9 Aug 2022 20,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 18,457 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 13,501 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

front discs worn

front pads worn

Pass 19 Aug 2019 10,372 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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BT16 DZL is a 2016 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 30,048 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 BT16 DZL, 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 10 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BT16 DZL registered?

BT16 DZL is a 2016 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is BT16 DZL safe to buy?

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