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LR61 VAM

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,520 mi
Last recorded44,520 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR61 VAM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 44,520 miles

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

Rear exhaust in poor condition, corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2023 44,520 miles

Exhaust system insecure Rear exhaust clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear exhaust in poor condition, corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2022 43,313 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 40,477 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 36,484 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2020 36,484 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 29,461 miles

Rear exhaust in poor condition, outer skin corroded

Fail 22 Jun 2019 29,425 miles

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

Rear exhaust in poor condition, outer skin corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2018 21,097 miles

Exhaust backbox, outer skin corroded.

Fail 26 Jun 2018 21,097 miles

Exhaust backbox, outer skin corroded.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 16,423 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 12,467 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 10,694 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 8,386 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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LR61 VAM is a 2011 Ford Ka in White 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 LR61 VAM, 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 LR61 VAM registered?

LR61 VAM is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is LR61 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR61 VAM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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