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N23 HVY

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,891 mi
Last recorded81,891 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 HVY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 81,891 miles

Nearside Front near side tie rod has excessive play

Pass 26 Oct 2024 81,033 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 76,851 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Aug 2022 71,018 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 64,399 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 64,047 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Nov 2020 64,047 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 59,214 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 52,683 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 47,512 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Nov 2017 47,512 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Nov 2016 42,201 miles

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

rear seat belts not tested due to rear seat folded down

Pass 10 Nov 2015 36,143 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 31,032 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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N23 HVY is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue 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 N23 HVY, 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 N23 HVY registered?

N23 HVY is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is N23 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 HVY 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.

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