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NL11 UPG

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,519 mi
Last recorded73,519 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL11 UPG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 73,519 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

underside corrosion

Fail 21 Jul 2025 73,519 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 14 Aug 2024 69,462 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 69,462 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 64,556 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 64,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 59,669 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Aug 2022 59,669 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 55,119 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 50,375 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 6 Aug 2019 45,674 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2018 41,303 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 38,513 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Apr 2016 36,455 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 34,787 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 30,258 miles

n/s/f tyre side wall slight damage

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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NL11 UPG is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NL11 UPG, 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 NL11 UPG registered?

NL11 UPG is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2011.

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