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XNZ 1047

2017 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,481 mi
Last recorded74,481 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Ford Ka26,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNZ 1047
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 74,481 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 31 Dec 2025 74,481 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 3 Jan 2024 48,472 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 53,784 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 48,874 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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XNZ 1047 is a 2017 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 26,876 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 XNZ 1047, 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 9 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 XNZ 1047 registered?

XNZ 1047 is a 2017 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 June 2017.

Is XNZ 1047 safe to buy?

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