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YR12 VHM

2012 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,982 mi
Last recorded81,982 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 VHM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 81,982 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 74,214 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated nail in tyre (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 65,837 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 59,170 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 52,434 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 46,329 miles

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded and insecure

Fail 17 Mar 2021 46,319 miles

Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction mirror cracked (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded and insecure

Pass 13 Mar 2020 41,082 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 53,226 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 32,553 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 31,951 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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YR12 VHM is a 2012 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 43,215 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 YR12 VHM, 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 14 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 YR12 VHM registered?

YR12 VHM is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 May 2012.

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