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RF07 CVU

2007 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests30 (18 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

61,093 mi
Last recorded61,093 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF07 CVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

18 pass 12 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 61,093 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 59,870 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 55,146 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2023 55,143 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 53,992 miles

Coolant leak thermostat housing ()

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 52,353 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 52,353 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 51,580 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 51,579 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 50,157 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 50,157 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 48,756 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 48,756 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2017 47,312 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer door sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Nov 2017 47,312 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer door sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 44,892 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 41,927 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 41,927 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 38,699 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 38,096 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 38,096 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 37,034 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish and crack

Fail 8 Apr 2013 36,996 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres starting to perish and crack

front brake pads wearing low

nail in off side front tyre

off side front lower arm front bush starting to seperate allowing movement

Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,785 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 34,024 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 34,024 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 31,182 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 31,182 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 27,822 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 27,822 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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RF07 CVU is a 2007 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RF07 CVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF07 CVU registered?

RF07 CVU is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 May 2007.

Is RF07 CVU safe to buy?

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