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SB07 MLX

2007 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,448 mi
Last recorded83,448 miles
Recorded on1 May 2014
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB07 MLX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2014 83,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on indicates a fault

nearside front has slight damage to wing and wheel arch

offside front inner splashguard insecure

Fail 29 Apr 2014 83,442 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on indicates a fault

nearside front has slight damage to wing and wheel arch

offside front inner splashguard insecure

Pass 20 Apr 2013 61,398 miles

brake pedal slightly spongy

Pass 20 Apr 2012 45,458 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 45,441 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 40,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 40,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,251 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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SB07 MLX is a 2007 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SB07 MLX, 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.

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What year was SB07 MLX registered?

SB07 MLX is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 April 2007.

Is SB07 MLX safe to buy?

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