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DU61 MVF

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,718 mi
Last recorded45,718 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU61 MVF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 45,718 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2026 45,718 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 41,924 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion to upper retaining"cup" (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion to upper retaining "cup" (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted both rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear corrosion to inner face of both rear road wheels

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

advanced corrosion to rear axle

corrosion to both rear shock absorbers

corrosion to engine sump

corrosion to front part of exhaust system

Fail 25 Jul 2025 41,924 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion to upper retaining"cup" (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion to upper retaining "cup" (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted both rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear corrosion to inner face of both rear road wheels

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

advanced corrosion to rear axle

corrosion to both rear shock absorbers

corrosion to engine sump

corrosion to front part of exhaust system

Pass 22 Jul 2024 39,211 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

corrosion to part of exhaust system

corrosion to rear axle

Pass 9 Aug 2023 37,325 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 29,411 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 29,410 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 25,531 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2020 24,714 miles

Rear exhaust section/box corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2019 23,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in a very poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in a very poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust back box deteriorating

Pass 7 Sep 2018 21,553 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 19,622 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 16,820 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 14,038 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 10,196 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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DU61 MVF is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 DU61 MVF, 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 DU61 MVF registered?

DU61 MVF is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is DU61 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU61 MVF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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