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SD18 OYM

2018 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,180 mi
Last recorded75,180 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD18 OYM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 75,180 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 75,148 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 75,107 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 65,410 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 65,410 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 59,197 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 52,944 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 48,485 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 48,485 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 37,176 miles

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

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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SD18 OYM is a 2018 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 SD18 OYM, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SD18 OYM?

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What year was SD18 OYM registered?

SD18 OYM is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 June 2018.

Is SD18 OYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD18 OYM shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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