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HK18 KOV

2018 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,195 mi
Last recorded62,195 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK18 KOV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 62,195 miles

Slight play in nearside front drop link.

Pass 6 Mar 2025 49,586 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 43,302 miles

Front brake pads very low, discs worn. Advise replaced

Off side rear tyre starting to crack @ outer side wall

Pass 14 Mar 2023 37,757 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 37,757 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 32,382 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Mar 2021 27,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also wearing on inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also wearing on inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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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HK18 KOV is a 2018 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,198cc 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 HK18 KOV, 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 HK18 KOV registered?

HK18 KOV is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 May 2018.

Is HK18 KOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK18 KOV 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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