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CA12 LNE

2012 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,418 mi
Last recorded79,418 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA12 LNE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 79,418 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2023 79,406 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner face heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Shock Absorbers corroded

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 65,012 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 52,805 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 52,155 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 52,155 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 49,940 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2019 49,940 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 47,376 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 42,791 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,720 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 27,417 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CA12 LNE is a 2012 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 CA12 LNE, 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 CA12 LNE registered?

CA12 LNE is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is CA12 LNE safe to buy?

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