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OH05 LON

2018 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,446 mi
Last recorded83,446 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOH05 LON
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 83,446 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 80,866 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 May 2025 80,860 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front shocks worn (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 72,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 59,519 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 46,772 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 34,854 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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OH05 LON is a 2018 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,197cc 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 OH05 LON, 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 OH05 LON registered?

OH05 LON is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 August 2018.

Is OH05 LON safe to buy?

The MOT history for OH05 LON 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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