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MK61 BVP

2011 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,882 mi
Last recorded28,882 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK61 BVP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 28,882 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded at rear

Pass 29 Oct 2024 24,318 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 24,318 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 24,318 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 24,318 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 20,257 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 18,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 17,241 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 15,929 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 14,267 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 13,055 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2018 13,055 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 12,259 miles

tyres

Pass 7 Sep 2016 10,304 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 8,018 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 5,796 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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MK61 BVP is a 2011 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MK61 BVP, 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 MK61 BVP registered?

MK61 BVP is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is MK61 BVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK61 BVP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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