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FL61 NMV

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,545 mi
Last recorded89,545 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL61 NMV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 89,545 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 83,626 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 77,038 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspect incorrect bulb fitted in sidelight as it is brighter than the other side

Offside Front Outer CV boot has a pinhole in, smear of grease, still preventing dirt

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear bump stops are loose inside springs

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2022 70,227 miles

Nearside Rear Suspect incorrect bulb fitted in sidelight as it is brighter than the other side

Offside Front Outer Cv boot has a pinhole in, smear of grease, still preventing dirt

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear bump stops are loose inside springs

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 21 Sep 2022 70,227 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspect incorrect bulb fitted in sidelight as it is brighter than the other side

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

Offside Front Outer Cv boot has a pinhole in, smear of grease, still preventing dirt

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear bump stops are loose inside springs

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2021 64,746 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre wearing smooth inner edge

Offside Rear Bumper stop insecure inside the spring

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 64,746 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre wearing smooth inner edge

Offside Rear Bumper stop insecure inside the spring

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 58,795 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2020 58,771 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 56,226 miles

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

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

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

Offside handbrake cable splitting outer casing

Pass 20 Sep 2018 52,314 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 48,846 miles

Rear shockers corroded

engine oil level low

exhaust corroded

Fail 25 Sep 2017 48,846 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear shockers corroded

engine oil level low

exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2016 44,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195-50-15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 38,870 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2014 30,903 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front brake pads getting low

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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FL61 NMV is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL61 NMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL61 NMV registered?

FL61 NMV is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is FL61 NMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL61 NMV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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