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LM14 PDX

2014 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,271 mi
Last recorded65,271 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Ford Ka36,395 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM14 PDX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 65,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 65,271 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 63,218 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 59,097 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 59,097 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 55,859 miles

Front Exhaust noisy Blowing (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit (border line) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 53,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 52,023 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 45,423 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 37,699 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 37,699 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 28,005 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 28,005 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LM14 PDX is a 2014 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LM14 PDX, 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 LM14 PDX registered?

LM14 PDX is a 2014 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 April 2014.

Is LM14 PDX safe to buy?

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