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BU64 TZP

2014 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,986 mi
Last recorded66,986 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Ford Ka36,395 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU64 TZP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 66,986 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded starting to corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded starting to corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))

chip in windscreen on left hand side

Pass 3 Oct 2024 61,598 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 57,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm heavily worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 52,009 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 44,125 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 39,129 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 39,129 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened severe corrosion to inner braking surface REPLACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened severe corrosion to inner braking surface REPLACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 34,287 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 28,990 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 23,788 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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BU64 TZP is a 2014 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 36,395 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 BU64 TZP, 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 12 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU64 TZP registered?

BU64 TZP is a 2014 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2014.

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