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LT61 NWY

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,317 mi
Last recorded45,317 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 45,317 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 45,317 miles

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

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear bump stop adrift

Offside Rear bump stop adrift

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 39,329 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 39,328 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2021 83,542 miles

Advise; Rear silencer outer layer corroded away.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases [at front down pipe] (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect [at both sides] (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing [at both sides] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush [at both sides] (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 6 May 2021 83,542 miles

Advise; Rear silencer outer layer corroded away.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases [at front down pipe] (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect [at both sides] (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing [at both sides] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush [at both sides] (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 76,699 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 66,764 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 21 May 2018 58,056 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Rear Exhaust silencer boxes outer casing deteriorated

Pass 26 Oct 2017 54,640 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 48,196 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2016 48,196 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 38,881 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 28,246 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2014 28,246 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 NWY 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 66.7%.

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 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 LT61 NWY, 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 NWY registered?

LT61 NWY is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 October 2011.

Is LT61 NWY safe to buy?

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