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HD11 AEL

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,021 mi
Last recorded55,021 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD11 AEL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 55,021 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 53,535 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 52,220 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 51,040 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed outer handle operation poor (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 49,533 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 48,438 miles

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

play in front suspension struts top mounts

Pass 11 Sep 2019 40,232 miles

Offside Front Slight play in strut top mount.

Pass 2 Oct 2018 31,077 miles

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

Rear Exhaust back box corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Back Box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 19,285 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 18,009 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 12,435 miles

chip in screen

Pass 28 Jul 2015 11,606 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 8,650 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 8,649 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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HD11 AEL is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HD11 AEL, 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 HD11 AEL registered?

HD11 AEL is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2011.

Is HD11 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD11 AEL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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