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SC57 EEY

2007 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

43,874 mi
Last recorded43,874 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Ka42,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC57 EEY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 43,874 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Jul 2025 43,873 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer Sill and Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 43,725 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 43,695 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and inner sill at rear subframe fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 39,311 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 39,305 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 34,272 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jan 2021 27,667 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 27,659 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 27,653 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 25,656 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 24,452 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 23,415 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 21,464 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 19,970 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 19,970 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 19,098 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 18,904 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 18,153 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 18,153 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 17,200 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 14,610 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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SC57 EEY is a 2007 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc 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 SC57 EEY, 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 SC57 EEY registered?

SC57 EEY is a 2007 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 December 2007.

Is SC57 EEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC57 EEY 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.

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