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L321 MJL

2014 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

78,456 mi
Last recorded78,456 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2014 Ford Ka36,395 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL321 MJL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 78,456 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2026 78,456 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 70,654 miles

Nearside number plate lamp dim

Offside Rear suspension bump stop detached

Offside number plate lamp dim

Fail 2 May 2025 70,654 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside number plate lamp dim

Offside Rear suspension bump stop detached

Offside number plate lamp dim

Pass 22 Apr 2024 64,601 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 22 Apr 2024 64,601 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. incorrect size (5.2.3 (b))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bald and perished on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 58,274 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 58,274 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 51,335 miles

Rear exhaust silencer clamp rotted off but system still secure at time of test!

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

oil leak(sump area)!

Pass 26 Apr 2021 45,787 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 39,875 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 39,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in inner sidewall and also worn on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

front brakes imbalanced

Pass 27 Apr 2019 32,129 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 32,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 25,434 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 12,753 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 12,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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L321 MJL is a 2014 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2014 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 36,395 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 L321 MJL, 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 12 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L321 MJL registered?

L321 MJL is a 2014 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2014.

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