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YK11 DYY

2011 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,542 mi
Last recorded22,542 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK11 DYY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 22,542 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 20,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 8 yrs old, 175/65R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside headlamp damaged but secure

Fail 7 Nov 2024 20,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 8 yrs old, 175/65R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside headlamp damaged but secure

Pass 7 Nov 2023 18,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 7 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 18,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 7 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2021 18,604 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 17,732 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 17,731 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 16,656 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 16,656 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 15,071 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 13,092 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 13,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 11,076 miles

all tyres heavily perished

Pass 24 Apr 2014 9,094 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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YK11 DYY is a 2011 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YK11 DYY, 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

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What year was YK11 DYY registered?

YK11 DYY is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 August 2011.

Is YK11 DYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK11 DYY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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