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BV12 NVL

2012 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,487 mi
Last recorded65,487 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 NVL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2024 65,487 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 50,352 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 48,628 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 48,154 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 47,699 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 45,628 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 41,132 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 35,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 30 Nov 2016 27,932 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 21,943 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 18,187 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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BV12 NVL is a 2012 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 43,215 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 BV12 NVL, 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 14 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV12 NVL registered?

BV12 NVL is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BV12 NVL safe to buy?

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