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DG61 FHW

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

105,444 mi
Last recorded105,444 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 FHW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 105,444 miles

Front and rear suspension corroded

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

oil sump heavily corroded

Fail 9 Nov 2022 105,443 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175 /65/14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front and rear suspension corroded

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

oil sump heavily corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2021 101,431 miles

Coil spring corroded both front and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Rear axle corroded

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 95,379 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 15 Oct 2020 95,378 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure clamp corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2019 87,823 miles

Exhaust corrosion

Fail 2 Oct 2019 87,823 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2018 74,400 miles

EXHAUST REAR BOX CORRODED ALSO FRONT FLEXY UNIT DETERIOATED

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CASING CORRODED

Sreeing rack n pinion has some wear/play felt at steering wheel

Fail 28 Sep 2018 74,400 miles

Exhaust system insecure FRONT CLAMP CORRODED (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONT (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety SUMP CORRODED (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST REAR BOX CORRODED ALSO FRONT FLEXY UNIT DETERIOATED

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CASING CORRODED

Pass 12 Sep 2017 64,756 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 64,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 55,571 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 45,738 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 35,401 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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DG61 FHW is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DG61 FHW, 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.

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What year was DG61 FHW registered?

DG61 FHW is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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