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KL05 BCV

2005 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,577 mi
Last recorded66,577 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Ka43,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL05 BCV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 66,577 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 61,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 56,803 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 52,287 miles

MOT'd after previously tested at another garage. Allwork completed prior to this test.

Fail 26 Jun 2014 52,279 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both rear inner arches corroded

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Jun 2013 46,184 miles

front brake discs worn.small splits on nearside rear outer tyre wall.

Pass 2 Jun 2012 37,825 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 33,517 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 33,517 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 27,852 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 25,372 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side front and rear tyres scrubbed (kerbed)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 23,426 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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KL05 BCV is a 2005 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 43,813 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 KL05 BCV, 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 21 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 KL05 BCV registered?

KL05 BCV is a 2005 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is KL05 BCV safe to buy?

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