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GK61 WLU

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,586 mi
Last recorded29,586 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 WLU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2026 29,586 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both front. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 28,003 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))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-50-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded and starting to leak.

Pass 5 Jul 2024 26,657 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))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 25,516 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 23,735 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 22,283 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 22,036 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 20,936 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 19,289 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 18,073 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 16,180 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn low and cracking

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 14 Aug 2015 14,396 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 12,731 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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GK61 WLU is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 GK61 WLU, 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 GK61 WLU registered?

GK61 WLU is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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