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VE63 ZBF

2014 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

111,996 mi
Last recorded111,996 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Ford Ka36,395 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE63 ZBF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 111,996 miles

Offside Rear Bump stop insecure

Pass 22 May 2025 111,168 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 111,167 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 104,491 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 96,240 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 96,240 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 87,632 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 87,632 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 79,558 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 79,588 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 72,363 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 72,363 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 66,195 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 66,195 miles

Windscreen washer not working out of water (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 48,412 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 48,412 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 31,909 miles

front axle tyres 2-3mm max

Fail 30 Jan 2017 31,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick axle (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front axle tyres 2-3mm max

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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VE63 ZBF is a 2014 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2014 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 36,395 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 VE63 ZBF, 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 12 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 VE63 ZBF registered?

VE63 ZBF is a 2014 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 February 2014.

Is VE63 ZBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE63 ZBF shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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