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FY11 XAX

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,396 mi
Last recorded49,396 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY11 XAX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 49,396 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 44,908 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 39,154 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 34,306 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,322 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases AT FRONT PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 May 2021 24,723 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 24,176 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2020 24,176 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 23,348 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 22,076 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 20,722 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 19,611 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 17,321 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 14,682 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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FY11 XAX is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FY11 XAX, 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 FY11 XAX registered?

FY11 XAX is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 April 2011.

Is FY11 XAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY11 XAX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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