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GL18 PYV

2018 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,432 mi
Last recorded56,432 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL18 PYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 56,432 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 50,822 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 May 2025 50,822 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2024 43,598 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to legal limit, and scrubbed out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked around tread and outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 43,516 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to legal limit, and scrubbed out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked around tread and outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 36,965 miles

Front TYres worn inner edges

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 5 May 2022 30,620 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2021 25,442 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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GL18 PYV is a 2018 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 GL18 PYV, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL18 PYV registered?

GL18 PYV is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 May 2018.

Is GL18 PYV safe to buy?

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