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RU52 SST

2007 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

78,448 mi
Last recorded78,448 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU52 SST
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 78,448 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Mar 2025 76,301 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 76,301 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear 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 sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 70,371 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 66,076 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 66,076 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 63,181 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front wing under guard damaged.

Pass 24 Mar 2018 56,212 miles

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

Oil leak ()

corrosion to off side front chassis,off side front floor ,near side rear chassis and inner sill,off side rear chassis and inner sill.

Pass 31 Mar 2017 50,820 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 43,510 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 43,510 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 39,774 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 34,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 34,792 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 24,350 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 15,255 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 9,658 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 1,981 miles

slight judder o/s/f brake

Fail 31 Mar 2010 1,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight judder o/s/f brake

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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RU52 SST is a 2007 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 RU52 SST, 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 RU52 SST registered?

RU52 SST is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is RU52 SST safe to buy?

The MOT history for RU52 SST shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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