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EA11 VJM

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,268 mi
Last recorded87,268 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA11 VJM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 87,268 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 84,363 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 78,241 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 70,407 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshners removed from rear view mirror prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear number plate cracked but still readable (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 70,407 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit battery in secure and not clamped down (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords nsr tyre cracked down to cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshners removed from rear view mirror prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear number plate cracked but still readable (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 62,731 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 62,731 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 52,912 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 52,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Valve stem seriously damaged split and leaking (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 51,928 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jun 2017 49,498 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 47,017 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 47,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 44,939 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 41,913 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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EA11 VJM is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EA11 VJM, 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 EA11 VJM registered?

EA11 VJM is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 May 2011.

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