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MV18 RBU

2018 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,174 mi
Last recorded79,174 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV18 RBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 79,174 miles

Both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2026 79,174 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 70,216 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 60,555 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission O/S/F driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 60,555 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission O/S/F driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 35,807 miles

front windscreen damaged outside swept area

Pass 25 Mar 2021 13,915 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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MV18 RBU is a 2018 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MV18 RBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV18 RBU registered?

MV18 RBU is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is MV18 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV18 RBU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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