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FY61 ZZL

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,733 mi
Last recorded54,733 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 ZZL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 54,733 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm, 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil sump corroded, oil weeping through (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 52,414 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 47,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 45,302 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 44,025 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 42,764 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 41,048 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 36,913 miles

Heavy play/lift in nearside front top strut mount

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 32,832 miles

Battery warning light and oil level light partially illuminated on dash

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight play in front shock top mounts

Pass 30 Sep 2016 27,984 miles

Battery warning light and oil level light partially illuminated on dash

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

Slight play in front shock top mounts

Pass 28 Sep 2015 23,933 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,638 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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FY61 ZZL is a 2011 Ford Ka in White 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 FY61 ZZL, 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

How do I check the history of FY61 ZZL?

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What year was FY61 ZZL registered?

FY61 ZZL is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is FY61 ZZL safe to buy?

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