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NU61 EMJ

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,880 mi
Last recorded44,880 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU61 EMJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 44,880 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 33,898 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 31,698 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 29,901 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump Pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 29,873 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump Pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 28,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump Corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 27,047 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 26,176 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 25,005 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 23,016 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 18,790 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases deteriorated (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 15,675 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 12,509 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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NU61 EMJ is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NU61 EMJ, 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 NU61 EMJ registered?

NU61 EMJ is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is NU61 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU61 EMJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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