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CX12 VEV

2012 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,390 mi
Last recorded66,390 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 VEV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2026 66,390 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 63,549 miles

Nearside Front shocker assm showing signs of play in top mount

rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Pass 28 Feb 2024 52,537 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 41,232 miles

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

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 31,029 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 21,880 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened some pitting /corrosion on inner facing,braking performance unaffected (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner braking surface pitted/corroded .braking performance unaffected (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear silencer box outer skin corroded,no leaks present,monitor

Pass 17 Feb 2020 13,124 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 10,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace approx 2-3000 miles!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 8,645 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 6,696 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 5,095 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 4,235 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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CX12 VEV 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 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 CX12 VEV, 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 CX12 VEV registered?

CX12 VEV is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is CX12 VEV safe to buy?

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