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CY12 FZJ

2012 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,387 mi
Last recorded111,387 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY12 FZJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 111,387 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint. broken but secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Front Top mount has slight play

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop loose in spring

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 20% not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2024 111,387 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint. broken but secure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop loose in spring

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 20% not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 99,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

brake pad wear wiring defective (front)

Fail 24 Oct 2022 99,771 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing requires attention (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake pad wear wiring defective (front)

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 15 Jul 2021 88,889 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 88,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake insecure brake pin retaining clip missing (1.1.21 (c))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front brake caliper retaining clip incorrect type

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox level plug loose (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 88,083 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 78,991 miles

intermittent fault on dash

Pass 31 Mar 2018 63,935 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 55,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,807 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,826 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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CY12 FZJ is a 2012 Ford Ka in Red 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 CY12 FZJ, 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 CY12 FZJ registered?

CY12 FZJ is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 June 2012.

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