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VA68 BLF

2018 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,371 mi
Last recorded35,371 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA68 BLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 35,371 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 30,843 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 26,714 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 23,277 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 20,675 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 16,962 miles

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 18 Dec 2021 16,962 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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VA68 BLF is a 2018 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,197cc 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 VA68 BLF, 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 VA68 BLF?

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What year was VA68 BLF registered?

VA68 BLF is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2018.

Is VA68 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA68 BLF 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.

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