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ST18 LPV

2018 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,731 mi
Last recorded31,731 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST18 LPV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 31,731 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 29,506 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 29,506 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 27,599 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 25,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 23,447 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 20,305 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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ST18 LPV is a 2018 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 ST18 LPV, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ST18 LPV?

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What year was ST18 LPV registered?

ST18 LPV is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 April 2018.

Is ST18 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST18 LPV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST18 LPV have outstanding finance?

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