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SP61 XNL

2011 Ford Ka

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,232 mi
Last recorded112,232 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 XNL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 112,232 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 106,455 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 106,274 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 99,063 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2023 93,069 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 86,987 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 74,859 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2019 74,823 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 71,751 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 66,221 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 66,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 64,907 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

back box outer skin corroded

front brake discs lipped

rear wiper blade torn

Fail 9 Sep 2017 65,667 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

back box outer skin corroded

front brake discs lipped

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 24 Sep 2016 53,718 miles

Offside Rear tyre very soft

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel very little (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 41,926 miles

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2014 30,431 miles

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

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

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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SP61 XNL is a 2011 Ford Ka in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SP61 XNL, 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 SP61 XNL registered?

SP61 XNL is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is SP61 XNL safe to buy?

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