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LM61 ORP

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,455 mi
Last recorded137,455 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 ORP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 137,455 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm 195/50v15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 135,629 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively on full lock (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre slightly cracked/aged

Nearside Rear suspension spring bump stop broken

Nearside Rear tyre worn half way to legal limit 3mm

Offside Front tyre slightly cracked/aged

Offside Rear tyre slightly cracked/aged

Fail 6 Aug 2022 135,629 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively on full lock (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre slightly cracked/aged

Nearside Rear suspension spring bump stop broken

Nearside Rear tyre worn half way to legal limit 3mm

Offside Front tyre slightly cracked/aged

Offside Rear tyre slightly cracked/aged

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 132,092 miles

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

rear exhaust clamp missing

Fail 7 Sep 2021 131,519 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 113,704 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2020 113,704 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 99,652 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 92,102 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 91,605 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 74,175 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 74,175 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 54,366 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 37,892 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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LM61 ORP is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LM61 ORP, 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 LM61 ORP registered?

LM61 ORP is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is LM61 ORP safe to buy?

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