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SK61 ELX

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,639 mi
Last recorded43,639 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK61 ELX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 43,639 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 41,487 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 41,487 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 39,142 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 35,136 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 30,128 miles

Front discs worn

n/s/f tyre perished and sidewall damaged

o/s/f tyre worn at inside edge

oil weap at gearbox

Pass 19 May 2017 24,978 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 23,092 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both front struts (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 23,092 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 20,910 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 17,597 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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SK61 ELX is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SK61 ELX, 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

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What year was SK61 ELX registered?

SK61 ELX is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is SK61 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK61 ELX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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