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LT61 LWX

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,664 mi
Last recorded28,664 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT61 LWX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 28,664 miles

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

Rear AXLE CORRODED

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 26,802 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 25,358 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

some surface rust on floor panels chassis rails front and rear subframes steering and suspension components brake components inner and outer sills

Pass 25 Jan 2023 24,353 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 25 Jan 2023 24,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 22,809 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 22,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 21,985 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 21,985 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 21,133 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 20,136 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 18,908 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 16,569 miles

offside front tyre has some cracks on the wall

Nearside front tyre has some cracks on the wall

nearside rear tyre has some cracks on the wall

offside rear tyre has some cracks on the wall

Pass 24 Aug 2015 14,928 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 12,491 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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LT61 LWX 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 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 LT61 LWX, 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 LT61 LWX registered?

LT61 LWX is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2011.

Is LT61 LWX safe to buy?

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