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LT11 XEF

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,864 mi
Last recorded126,864 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT11 XEF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2026 126,864 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis rail (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 120,731 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axel and offside chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 106,578 miles

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 92,248 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring cups (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2023 92,238 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring cups (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 79,249 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 79,249 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 75,734 miles

Nearside Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Swivel Ball Joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Aug 2020 69,057 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 61,408 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 51,606 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 26 May 2017 42,988 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,382 miles

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 25 Mar 2015 25,132 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 16,711 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cracking and perishing

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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LT11 XEF is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT11 XEF, 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 LT11 XEF registered?

LT11 XEF is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is LT11 XEF safe to buy?

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