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CX61 VKU

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,230 mi
Last recorded102,230 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX61 VKU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 102,230 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 99,733 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 95,473 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 90,141 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 86,124 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 82,894 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 82,894 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 79,570 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 77,203 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box very corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 77,203 miles

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box very corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 74,788 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 74,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 63,987 miles

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Pass 21 Sep 2015 46,309 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 34,586 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 2 Oct 2014 34,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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CX61 VKU is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,711 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 CX61 VKU, 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 15 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX61 VKU registered?

CX61 VKU is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 October 2011.

Is CX61 VKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX61 VKU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX61 VKU have outstanding finance?

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