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RA57 MWK

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,012 mi
Last recorded74,012 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 MWK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 74,012 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 68,002 miles

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill. Both sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2021 68,002 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn to 2 mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn close to limit. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill. Both sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 62,966 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 59,035 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 59,035 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 56,370 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 52,480 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 47,785 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 41,794 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 32,989 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 23,979 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 15,180 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 10,644 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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RA57 MWK is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,273 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 RA57 MWK, 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 19 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RA57 MWK registered?

RA57 MWK is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 December 2007.

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