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RK57 XBH

2007 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,045 mi
Last recorded37,045 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK57 XBH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 37,045 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 32,976 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 32,757 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 31,642 miles

Central Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 31,642 miles

Central Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 30,724 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2020 30,724 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 29,818 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 29,189 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 27,562 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 27,557 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 24,638 miles

Front wipers smearing

Rear axle bushes starting to perish

Rear suspension top mounts slight play

spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 5 Aug 2015 22,173 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 19,290 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 15,583 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 13,642 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 11,416 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,549 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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RK57 XBH is a 2007 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RK57 XBH, 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 RK57 XBH registered?

RK57 XBH is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is RK57 XBH safe to buy?

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