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RA57 VXV

2007 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

88,653 mi
Last recorded88,653 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 VXV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 88,653 miles

Front windscreen interior mirror has items hanging into the swept area (8.3.1,e)

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm (rear) bush is splitting but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of test (2.4.G,2)

Nearside Front Lower suspension prescribed area (lower outer sill area) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Nearside Front seat belt prescribed area (along the side of the passengers seat) floor area has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure (5.2,6)

Nearside Front seat belt prescribed area has been plated and under sealed (5.2,6)

Nearside Rear Upper suspension strut attachment has lift present approximately 06 mm (2.4.G,1)

Nearside Rear lamp unit lens has had a temporary repair using reflective tape (6.1.C,1)

Nearside Rear seat belt prescribed area (fuel access flap)area has been plated and painted (5.2,6)

Nearside Rear suspension prescribed area (lower floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Offside Front Lower suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of test (2.4.G,2)

Offside Front brake hose has been incorrectly routed through the McPherson strut mounting bracket, which requires attention before damage occurs (3.6.B.4,d)

Offside Front seat belt prescribed area (B post area) has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure (5.2,6)

Offside Front seat belt prescribed area has been plated and under sealed (5.2,6)

Offside Front suspension prescribed area (lower floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Offside Rear Upper suspension strut attachment has lift present approximately 06 mm (2.4.G,1)

Offside Rear suspension prescribed area (lower floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Offside Rear suspension prescribed area (turret) inside boot area has corrosion present but is not considered excessive at the time of the test (2.4.A,3)

Fail 3 Feb 2018 88,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lamp unit lens is broken (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour see also section (6.1.C,1) (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wing panel area around fuel access flap (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor panel along the side of the drivers seat area (5.2.6)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Axle (2) service brakes during their increase mode indicate they are ready for service/repairs (3.7.B,2)

Front windscreen interior mirror has items hanging into the swept area (8.3.1,e)

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm (rear) bush is splitting but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of test (2.4.G,2)

Nearside Front Lower suspension prescribed area (lower outer sill area) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Nearside Front seat belt prescribed area (along the side of the passengers seat) floor area has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure (5.2,6)

Nearside Rear Upper suspension strut attachment has lift present approximately 06 mm (2.4.G,1)

Nearside Rear park brake effort is low indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs (3.7.B.5,b)

Nearside Rear suspension prescribed area (lower floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Offside Front Lower suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of test (2.4.G,2)

Offside Front seat belt prescribed area (B post area) has corrosion present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure (5.2,6)

Offside Front suspension prescribed area (lower floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Offside Rear Upper suspension strut attachment has lift present approximately 06 mm (2.4.G,1)

Offside Rear suspension prescribed area (lower floor panel) has corrosion present which has not yet reached the point of test failure (2.4.A,3)

Offside Rear suspension prescribed area (turret) inside boot area has corrosion present but is not considered excessive at the time of the test (2.4.A,3)

The park brake imbalance has been recorded at 575, indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs (3.7.B.6,a)

The rear service brakes (axle (2)) imbalance has been recorded at the legal limit of 30%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs (3.7.B.5,b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 82,087 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint also bush splitting (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside sill corroded

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 73,785 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 5 Jan 2016 73,781 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 65,268 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 30 Dec 2014 65,268 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

brake fluid low

Pass 3 Jan 2014 56,778 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 56,778 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 48,431 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 40,548 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyres cracked in sidewalls

Fail 4 Jan 2012 40,548 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyres cracked in sidewalls

Pass 7 Dec 2010 30,622 miles

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

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 VXV is a 2007 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 RA57 VXV, 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 VXV is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 December 2007.

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