CarVerify

Free Car Check

M88 JFH

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,139 mi
Last recorded44,139 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 JFH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 44,139 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR SUBFRAMES, ALSO FRONT FRAME SUPPORTS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 44,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED. (4.1.2 (a))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR SUBFRAMES, ALSO FRONT FRAME SUPPORTS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 43,457 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear clamp/joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axel beam/ lower spring and shock mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 42,569 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR JOINT AREA. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH, REAR. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 41,481 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 40,386 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 40,386 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 35,418 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 27,525 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 21,250 miles

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2017 16,307 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 14,460 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 12,810 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 9,352 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
Full Ford Ka reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M88 JFH is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M88 JFH, 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

How do I check the history of M88 JFH?

You can check the full history of M88 JFH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M88 JFH registered?

M88 JFH is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 May 2011.

Is M88 JFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 JFH shows 14 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 M88 JFH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M88 JFH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.