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YT62 ZFJ

2012 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,000 mi
Last recorded54,000 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Ford Ka43,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT62 ZFJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 54,000 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 52,863 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 52,860 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 52,024 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 51,005 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 51,005 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 50,244 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2022 50,242 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 49,351 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 47,927 miles

exhaust system corroded

sump corroded and leaking oil slightly

Pass 1 Jul 2019 43,297 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 38,146 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 29,388 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 23,559 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 20,696 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2015 20,696 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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YT62 ZFJ is a 2012 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YT62 ZFJ, 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.

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What year was YT62 ZFJ registered?

YT62 ZFJ is a 2012 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is YT62 ZFJ safe to buy?

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