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RF57 XSR

2007 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,987 mi
Last recorded115,987 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 XSR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2020 115,987 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre obviously under inflated both front and o/s/r (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 103,177 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 103,143 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 91,481 miles

Front brake disc's poor condition

Fail 16 Oct 2018 91,480 miles

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

Front brake disc's poor condition

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

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

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

brake fluid level low

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 10 Oct 2017 80,158 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 74,338 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 68,149 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 63,440 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 58,243 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 50,384 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 50,384 miles

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

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

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

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Fail 5 Nov 2011 44,314 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 44,314 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 36,107 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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RF57 XSR is a 2007 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RF57 XSR, 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 RF57 XSR registered?

RF57 XSR is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is RF57 XSR safe to buy?

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