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HG61 UPS

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,850 mi
Last recorded31,850 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 UPS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 31,850 miles

Front Flexi pipe deteriorating

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroding

Fail 7 Aug 2026 31,849 miles

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Flexi pipe deteriorating

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroding

Pass 28 Jul 2025 26,634 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front flexi pipe deteriorating

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust box corroding

Fail 25 Jul 2025 26,633 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front flexi pipe deteriorating

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust box corroding

Pass 26 Jul 2024 21,246 miles

Ehaust box rusty

Pass 8 Aug 2023 19,048 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroding (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 15,181 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 13,654 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 13,607 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 13,550 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 13,444 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 12,773 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 12,191 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 10,528 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 8,738 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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HG61 UPS is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black 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 HG61 UPS, 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 HG61 UPS registered?

HG61 UPS is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is HG61 UPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG61 UPS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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