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MT18 HDA

2018 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,392 mi
Last recorded31,392 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT18 HDA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 31,392 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2026 31,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn close to limit 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour in mirror (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 30 Jul 2025 27,872 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 25,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads approx 30% remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 21,404 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 17,993 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 13,814 miles

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

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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MT18 HDA is a 2018 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 MT18 HDA, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MT18 HDA registered?

MT18 HDA is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is MT18 HDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT18 HDA shows 7 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.

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