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GL68 YEB

2018 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,998 mi
Last recorded37,998 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL68 YEB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 37,998 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working can not confirm if lamp is wired/connected (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 32,796 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre TPMS indicating low pressure

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 28,323 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 27,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 22,127 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 14,748 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 9,815 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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GL68 YEB is a 2018 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL68 YEB, 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 GL68 YEB registered?

GL68 YEB is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2018.

Is GL68 YEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL68 YEB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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