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DL16 XXC

2016 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,291 mi
Last recorded55,291 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Ka30,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL16 XXC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 55,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread is completely bald on inner edge 195/45-16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread is completely bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 51,743 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 50,601 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 47,675 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 42,390 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 38,978 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 38,978 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2020 32,582 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 27,490 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust clamp missing.still sealed

Pass 22 Nov 2018 20,206 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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DL16 XXC is a 2016 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 30,048 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 DL16 XXC, 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 10 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DL16 XXC registered?

DL16 XXC is a 2016 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 June 2016.

Is DL16 XXC safe to buy?

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