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RA57 NSE

2007 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,033 mi
Last recorded100,033 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 NSE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2026 100,033 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corrosion hole inner sill within 30 cm of rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Bulb out and water in headlight unit (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corrosion holes in both inner and outer sills within 30 cm of rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 91,790 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Area behind fuel filler holed but unlikely to effect structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 91,787 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise changing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Area behind fuel filler holed but unlikely to effect structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 80,941 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 60,693 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 42,706 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 32,445 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2021 32,438 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 27,492 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer and inner sill areas at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component pipes at tank (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 20,104 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 19,628 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 19,626 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall cracking perrishing

Pass 2 Feb 2017 19,141 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 19,139 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 18,620 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 18,052 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 17,607 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 17,090 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 16,528 miles

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 31 Jan 2011 12,031 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 NSE is a 2007 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NSE, 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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RA57 NSE is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2007.

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