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MR07 RUD

2011 Ford Ka

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,502 mi
Last recorded82,502 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR07 RUD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 82,502 miles

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

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

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

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

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

Fail 27 Jul 2026 82,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

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

engine smokey

Pass 4 Aug 2025 73,068 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corodded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 67,454 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2023 60,855 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 54,822 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 47,764 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 43,759 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 38,247 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Rear brakes require adjusting (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 27,566 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 27,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2017 15,902 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 15,902 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 13,260 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 14 Nov 2016 13,260 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 10,424 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 8,828 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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MR07 RUD is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MR07 RUD, 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 MR07 RUD registered?

MR07 RUD is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2011.

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