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LM61 ZBX

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

51,944 mi
Last recorded51,944 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 ZBX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 51,944 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 51,944 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements reflective background delaminated (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 48,281 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 48,281 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 43,693 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 43,688 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2022 39,445 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 35,008 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 30,404 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 26,592 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 26,592 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 22,607 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 19,959 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 17,737 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 17,737 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 14,848 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 10,517 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 ZBX 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 70.6%.

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 ZBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM61 ZBX registered?

LM61 ZBX is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is LM61 ZBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM61 ZBX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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