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RK57 XJX

2007 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

78,446 mi
Last recorded78,446 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK57 XJX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 78,446 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 77,850 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 75,066 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 72,615 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 70,822 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 68,950 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 67,681 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 67,681 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 66,061 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 66,061 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 64,218 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 64,218 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 60,786 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 60,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 50,253 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 50,253 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 41,367 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 33,291 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 33,140 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 27,423 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 27,423 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 22,370 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 XJX is a 2007 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 RK57 XJX, 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

How do I check the history of RK57 XJX?

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What year was RK57 XJX registered?

RK57 XJX is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is RK57 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK57 XJX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK57 XJX have outstanding finance?

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