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KN11 RZJ

2011 Ford Ka

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

88,553 mi
Last recorded88,553 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN11 RZJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 88,553 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 5 May 2026 88,483 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed & damaged (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 83,866 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 79,760 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 79,760 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 71,622 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 65,008 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 65,008 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 59,352 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 59,298 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust poor condition

Fail 3 Aug 2020 59,298 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust poor condition

Pass 8 Aug 2019 56,918 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 51,841 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low and worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Body Damage

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 51,841 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low and worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Body Damage

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 36,405 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 31,782 miles

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

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

wipers smeary

Fail 22 Oct 2016 31,782 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from driveshaft seal

wipers smeary

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 24,660 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 22,701 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 17,645 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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KN11 RZJ is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 KN11 RZJ, 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 KN11 RZJ registered?

KN11 RZJ is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is KN11 RZJ safe to buy?

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