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SM11 KNH

2011 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,570 mi
Last recorded29,570 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM11 KNH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 29,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm, bald on inner edge, cut on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4 mm & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wiper split

Tracking

coolant low

Fail 27 Aug 2025 29,570 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm, bald on inner edge, cut on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4 mm & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm & perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wiper split

Tracking

coolant low

Pass 23 Sep 2024 19,355 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear exhaust rear box deteriorated

underbody components cover with grease or paint

Pass 12 Sep 2023 14,767 miles

both rear shockers corroded

cracking on both rear tyres

oil filler cap missing

rear axle corroded

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 26 Sep 2022 14,133 miles

slight cracking on both rear tyres

rear axle corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2022 14,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear axle corroded

slight cracking on both rear tyres

Pass 1 Sep 2021 13,418 miles

clutch slipping

cracking on both rear tyres

front brake discs worn and corroded

rear axle corroded

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 4 Sep 2020 12,581 miles

rear silencer showing corrosion

Fail 3 Sep 2020 12,580 miles

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

rear silencer showing corrosion

Pass 22 Aug 2019 11,470 miles

Nearside Front tyre showing cracking

Pass 4 Sep 2018 10,089 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 10,089 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 8,940 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 7,731 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 9,853 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 9,845 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 7,333 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 7,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SM11 KNH is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SM11 KNH, 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 SM11 KNH registered?

SM11 KNH is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is SM11 KNH safe to buy?

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