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GL11 WDP

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,659 mi
Last recorded104,659 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL11 WDP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 104,659 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens deteriorated

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2024 97,522 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 88,375 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 79,001 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 71,767 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2021 71,767 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2020 65,412 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 6 Nov 2020 65,412 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 195/50 r15 82v (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2019 60,291 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2018 50,776 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 43,821 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box corroded (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 36,278 miles

Offside Front shock absorber small mist of oil

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2016 36,278 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall splitting (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber small mist of oil

exhaust rear box outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2015 26,295 miles

Offside Front Fog lamp deteriorated

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 2 Nov 2015 26,295 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Fog lamp deteriorated

Reverse lamp not working

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 3 Nov 2014 17,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GL11 WDP is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol 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 GL11 WDP, 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 GL11 WDP registered?

GL11 WDP is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 August 2011.

Is GL11 WDP safe to buy?

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