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SW18 TYG

2018 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,977 mi
Last recorded41,977 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW18 TYG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 41,977 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 34,864 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicator bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tailbox (6.1.2 (a))

Heatshield at rear slightly insecure

Fail 22 Apr 2025 34,864 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicator bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tailbox (6.1.2 (a))

Heatshield at rear slightly insecure

Pass 11 Mar 2024 28,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 23,559 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 19,061 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 14,823 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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SW18 TYG is a 2018 Ford Ka in Black 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 SW18 TYG, 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

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What year was SW18 TYG registered?

SW18 TYG is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 August 2018.

Is SW18 TYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW18 TYG 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 SW18 TYG have outstanding finance?

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