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KU61 HWM

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

110,737 mi
Last recorded110,737 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU61 HWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 110,737 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

exhaust front flexi section deteriorating

slight roughness in nearside front leg top mount

Pass 19 May 2025 105,477 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust flexi deteriorating

slight roughness in front leg top mount

Fail 19 May 2025 105,477 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust flexi deteriorating

slight roughness in front leg top mount

Pass 30 May 2024 97,350 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 89,087 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 89,087 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link ball joint dc (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 75,997 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 69,725 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 64,784 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 64,778 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner edge as marked however severe wear to inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Strong advise. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Severe wear on inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 53,984 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust clamp missing (system secure).

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 45,768 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 39,031 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2016 30,911 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 25,384 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 20,664 miles

rear exhaust corroded but not blowing

Fail 10 Sep 2014 20,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

rear exhaust corroded but not blowing

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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KU61 HWM is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KU61 HWM, 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 KU61 HWM registered?

KU61 HWM is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 September 2011.

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