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ST60 OVJ

2011 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,766 mi
Last recorded98,766 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST60 OVJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 98,766 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all rust (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust rust and clamp missing

Pass 16 Jan 2023 97,537 miles

Coil spring corroded both front and shockers (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 96,361 miles

Coolant leak *Low*

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arms, inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wiper smearing

Fail 21 Nov 2021 96,360 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Coolant leak *Low*

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arms, inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wiper smearing

Pass 11 Dec 2020 94,552 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust rusty

Pass 28 May 2019 83,728 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 83,728 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements plate (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 May 2018 72,558 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 63,718 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 83,018 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 83,017 miles

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush offside and near side rear top bushes torn (2.7.4)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 60,533 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 39,423 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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ST60 OVJ is a 2011 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ST60 OVJ, 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 ST60 OVJ registered?

ST60 OVJ is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 January 2011.

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