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EK61 YRT

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

70,770 mi
Last recorded70,770 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK61 YRT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 70,770 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 63,723 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 56,269 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 47,917 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jan 2023 47,917 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 40,918 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 40,918 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 34,818 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 30,200 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 30,200 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 23,278 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 23,278 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 19,664 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 16,850 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 16,814 miles

radiator has coolant stains.

Fail 15 Dec 2016 16,814 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front pads look low and discs corroded.

radiator has coolant stains.

Pass 14 Dec 2015 12,728 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 9,474 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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EK61 YRT is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EK61 YRT, 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 EK61 YRT registered?

EK61 YRT is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 December 2011.

Is EK61 YRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK61 YRT shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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