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GY61 BJE

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,589 mi
Last recorded51,589 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 BJE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 51,589 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2026 51,584 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 49,656 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 47,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tyre is perishing

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front tyres are wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2023 45,910 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 40,999 miles

Rear beam axle corroded

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2021 36,526 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 36,526 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 32,809 miles

both rear spring cups corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2019 29,252 miles

both rear spring cups are corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2018 25,548 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Nov 2017 22,440 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 18,985 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 16,265 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 13,717 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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GY61 BJE is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GY61 BJE, 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 GY61 BJE registered?

GY61 BJE is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 October 2011.

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