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PK61 GYP

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

66,170 mi
Last recorded66,170 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK61 GYP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 66,170 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 65,231 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 65,231 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 63,756 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 62,301 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 58,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and a nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 56,097 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 53,409 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 49,946 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 49,945 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to the limit and very worn on the outer edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre nail in tyre in an unrepairable position 195/50/15 ()

Pass 22 Nov 2017 46,250 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2017 46,250 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 41,741 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 41,619 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 34,754 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 34,754 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 28,431 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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PK61 GYP is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 PK61 GYP, 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 PK61 GYP registered?

PK61 GYP is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is PK61 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK61 GYP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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