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CU16 YHD

2016 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,590 mi
Last recorded53,590 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Ka30,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU16 YHD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 53,590 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 52,161 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 50,042 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both shocks (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 46,708 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 46,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall 195/45/r16 84v xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall starting to seperate (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 43,796 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 40,015 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 28,962 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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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CU16 YHD is a 2016 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CU16 YHD, 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 CU16 YHD registered?

CU16 YHD is a 2016 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is CU16 YHD safe to buy?

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