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SC63 NLV

2014 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,204 mi
Last recorded66,204 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2014 Ford Ka36,395 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC63 NLV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 66,204 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe or manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective support hanger corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear stub axle corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2024 64,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front exhaust support bracket broken

Fail 24 Oct 2024 64,195 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front exhaust support bracket broken

Pass 25 Oct 2023 57,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 57,295 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 49,798 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 47,274 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2021 40,216 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion on both rear shock absorbers

Pass 9 Jan 2020 33,912 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 33,912 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 26,056 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

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

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 18 Jan 2018 20,794 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 18 Jan 2018 20,794 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 20,104 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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SC63 NLV is a 2014 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2014 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 36,395 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 SC63 NLV, 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 12 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SC63 NLV registered?

SC63 NLV is a 2014 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 January 2014.

Is SC63 NLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC63 NLV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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