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RA57 ZVY

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

51,345 mi
Last recorded51,345 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 51,345 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2026 51,345 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 49,744 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 47,663 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut 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))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 47,663 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 46,112 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jan 2023 46,096 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 42,981 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 42,980 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2020 40,017 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 36,291 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 36,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 30,939 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 23,042 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 16,352 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 16,335 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 14 Feb 2014 15,472 miles

tested when wet

Pass 23 May 2012 6,702 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 5,352 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 ZVY is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 ZVY, 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 ZVY registered?

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

Is RA57 ZVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 ZVY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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