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LS18 XUZ

2018 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,515 mi
Last recorded121,515 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS18 XUZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 121,515 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 101,528 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

some travel on handbrake lever

Pass 25 Mar 2024 81,543 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 63,415 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Mar 2023 63,414 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Mar 2022 47,411 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 30,614 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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LS18 XUZ is a 2018 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 LS18 XUZ, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LS18 XUZ?

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What year was LS18 XUZ registered?

LS18 XUZ is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is LS18 XUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS18 XUZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LS18 XUZ have outstanding finance?

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