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XX03 SUM

2011 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,630 mi
Last recorded71,630 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXX03 SUM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 71,630 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 66,433 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 62,149 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 55,230 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 55,229 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 54,845 miles

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both front wheels have a slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 53,833 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 52,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs inner face corroded. Advise brake check (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Objects on dashboard not affecting drivers view

Pass 10 Oct 2018 51,838 miles

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

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

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2017 44,131 miles

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2016 35,761 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 35,761 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 27,888 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 17,437 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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XX03 SUM is a 2011 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XX03 SUM, 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.

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What year was XX03 SUM registered?

XX03 SUM is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is XX03 SUM safe to buy?

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