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GU61 RVC

2011 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,438 mi
Last recorded58,438 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 RVC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 58,438 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 57,976 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside front shock absorber top mounting washer/cup corroded

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

Offside front shock absorber top mounting washer/cup corroded

Rear Beam axle corroded

Rear exhaust silencer corroded[Not Blowing at present]

Pass 11 Oct 2023 56,691 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust box corroded (not blowing at present)

Pass 17 Oct 2022 55,220 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 53,240 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 51,250 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 51,250 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 46,107 miles

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

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2018 38,607 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 31,171 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 25,256 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 22,951 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 20,828 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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GU61 RVC is a 2011 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GU61 RVC, 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

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What year was GU61 RVC registered?

GU61 RVC is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 October 2011.

Is GU61 RVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 RVC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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