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SK61 XBS

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,082 mi
Last recorded48,082 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK61 XBS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 48,082 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2025 48,073 miles

Axle deformed and unserviceable were n/s spring sits is bent due to corrosion (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 47,645 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 46,698 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 45,626 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 45,351 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 33,899 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 33,481 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 29,610 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 26,300 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 23,468 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 23,468 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper split (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 16,783 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 11,459 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 11,459 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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SK61 XBS is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 XBS, 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.

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What year was SK61 XBS registered?

SK61 XBS is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is SK61 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK61 XBS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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