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DC18 OVM

2018 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,919 mi
Last recorded47,919 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC18 OVM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 47,919 miles

rearmost exhaust heat shield insecure unlikely to become detached

Fail 9 Jan 2026 47,918 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

rearmost exhaust heat shield insecure unlikely to become detached

Pass 10 Jan 2025 40,687 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 33,389 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 26,375 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 18,475 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))

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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DC18 OVM is a 2018 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 DC18 OVM, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC18 OVM registered?

DC18 OVM is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 August 2018.

Is DC18 OVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC18 OVM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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