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YT11 ZBV

2011 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,023 mi
Last recorded73,023 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Ford Ka46,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT11 ZBV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 73,023 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 72,984 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 57,461 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective bracket deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush also outer case corroding (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively borderline pass (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush also outer case corroding (5.3.2 (c))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorating (no leaks and secure)

Pass 23 Feb 2023 53,849 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 50,317 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front exhaust clamp deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively borderline pass (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose silencer clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing shock absorber casings corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 46,256 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose joint clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (inner faces) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at the limit (borderline pas) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both n/s and o/s (corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorating (outer skin)

Pass 2 Mar 2020 43,264 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front clamp to gearbox deteriorating (secure) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s lower wishbone (rear bushes) deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both n/s and o/s top bushes (5.3.2 (c))

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating (outer skin)

Pass 27 Feb 2019 37,402 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 32,138 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 27,248 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 23,155 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 19,445 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 15,577 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyre treads cracking

both rear tyre treads cracking

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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YT11 ZBV is a 2011 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YT11 ZBV, 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 YT11 ZBV registered?

YT11 ZBV is a 2011 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 March 2011.

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