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CX12 ZTZ

2012 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,408 mi
Last recorded49,408 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 ZTZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 49,408 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering lock not functioning key stuck in ignition barrell (7.3 (a))

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded and deteriated

Pass 22 Apr 2025 42,969 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box outer skin deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

unable to remove ignition key

Fail 22 Apr 2025 42,969 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box outer skin deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

unable to remove ignition key

Pass 18 Apr 2024 35,823 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box outer skin deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2023 31,524 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 26,426 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 22,555 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 21,655 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 19,667 miles

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

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

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2018 17,538 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

auto start warning light and seatbelt warning light come on when the front fog lights are switched on

seat belt warning light very dim when the seatbelt is in use and when the engine is switched off

Pass 23 Mar 2017 15,724 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

auto stop start warning light comes on dim when switching on front and rear fog lights possible switch faulty

rear section of exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2016 12,478 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 9,475 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 ZTZ is a 2012 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ZTZ, 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 ZTZ registered?

CX12 ZTZ is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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