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LK61 KBF

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,767 mi
Last recorded87,767 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK61 KBF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 87,767 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust outer shield corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2023 87,767 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust outer shield corroded

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 72,359 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 63,349 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2021 63,320 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 62,244 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 59,601 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear EXHAUST BACK BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Pass 13 Feb 2019 53,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 49,917 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 42,941 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 49% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear coil spring corroded X2 (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 31,673 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 19,026 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LK61 KBF is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LK61 KBF, 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 LK61 KBF registered?

LK61 KBF is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is LK61 KBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK61 KBF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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