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FV61 HTO

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,695 mi
Last recorded35,695 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 HTO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 35,695 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 34,766 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both inside bottom cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 33,650 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective front to rear joint clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front exhaust flexible section deteriorated

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded both at bottom inside cups (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 32,342 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both at bottom inside cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust flexible section and first joint clamp deteriorated

Pass 17 Nov 2021 31,013 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 30,104 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 28,023 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 26,185 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 24,564 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 21,571 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 18,003 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 May 2014 14,689 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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FV61 HTO is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV61 HTO, 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 FV61 HTO registered?

FV61 HTO is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is FV61 HTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 HTO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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