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SH61 XCL

2011 Ford Ka

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,738 mi
Last recorded77,738 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2018
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 XCL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2018 77,738 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel slightly distorted all four (5.2.2 (c) (i))

advise exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2017 68,580 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 53,910 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 53,910 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 39,892 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 39,497 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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SH61 XCL is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,711 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 SH61 XCL, 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 15 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH61 XCL?

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What year was SH61 XCL registered?

SH61 XCL is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is SH61 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH61 XCL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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