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BW17 UXP

2017 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,837 mi
Last recorded42,837 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Ford Ka26,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW17 UXP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2017
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 42,837 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 42,837 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 38,673 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 33,975 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 29,648 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 25,254 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 20,691 miles

Rear Both rear tyres edges wearing out slightly

Pass 10 Jun 2020 15,670 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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BW17 UXP is a 2017 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 26,876 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 BW17 UXP, 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 9 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BW17 UXP?

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What year was BW17 UXP registered?

BW17 UXP is a 2017 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 2017.

Is BW17 UXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW17 UXP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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