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RJ57 HLG

2007 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,623 mi
Last recorded53,623 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 HLG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 53,623 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 49,723 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 49,723 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2023 45,752 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 39,032 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 30,482 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 27,962 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Aug 2019 26,799 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 24,088 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 22,090 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 19,920 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 17,436 miles

Both rear tyres becoming perished

Pass 21 Aug 2014 15,033 miles

Both front tyres becoming perished

Pass 24 Aug 2013 12,596 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 10,745 miles

gearbox damp with oil

nearside door and wings damaged

Pass 18 Nov 2011 8,376 miles

nearside door and wings damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2010 6,842 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside door and wings damaged

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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RJ57 HLG is a 2007 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RJ57 HLG, 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 RJ57 HLG registered?

RJ57 HLG is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is RJ57 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ57 HLG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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