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VN61 HRO

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,774 mi
Last recorded52,774 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 HRO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 52,774 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 50,882 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 49,804 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Center and rear exhaust system deteriorated

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 48,841 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 11 Nov 2022 48,841 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Pass 5 Nov 2021 47,841 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 46,779 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 45,472 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished/cracking

Fail 11 Nov 2019 45,472 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre perished/cracking

Pass 26 Oct 2018 43,398 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 38,824 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 31,235 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

front tyres wearing on edges

slight blow rear exhaust box

Pass 12 Nov 2015 26,995 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 26,995 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 54,251 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 24,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VN61 HRO is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN61 HRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VN61 HRO?

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What year was VN61 HRO registered?

VN61 HRO is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is VN61 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN61 HRO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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