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LS61 LYZ

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,513 mi
Last recorded78,513 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS61 LYZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 78,513 miles

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

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

rear beam axle corroded

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 8 Jan 2025 72,194 miles

Rear beam axle corroded

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 8 Jan 2024 66,438 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 12 Jan 2023 59,665 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 12 Jan 2023 59,665 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2022 54,860 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 47,108 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 43,579 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 38,608 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 32,157 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 27,420 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 21,782 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,378 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 13,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 13,037 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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LS61 LYZ is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LS61 LYZ, 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 LS61 LYZ registered?

LS61 LYZ is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 October 2011.

Is LS61 LYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS61 LYZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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