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RV57 XLE

2007 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,250 mi
Last recorded48,250 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV57 XLE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 48,250 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive thermostat (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 41,335 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 41,335 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end. (2.1.3 (d))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings steering arm/rack end. (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 37,034 miles

advanced handbrake travel

boot floor damage

Fail 21 Sep 2017 37,034 miles

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

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

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

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

advanced handbrake travel

boot floor damage

Pass 22 Sep 2016 32,830 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 26,506 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 19,616 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 18,311 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 16,130 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 13,497 miles

Misting of hydraulic fluid on pinion cover (steering rack)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 9,953 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 9,951 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RV57 XLE is a 2007 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RV57 XLE, 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 RV57 XLE registered?

RV57 XLE is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is RV57 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV57 XLE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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