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C12 SWB

2023 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,141 mi
Last recorded26,141 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 SWB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2023
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 26,141 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 24,049 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 24,049 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2024 23,839 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 23,366 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 22,690 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 18,404 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Dec 2020 14,750 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 10,875 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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C12 SWB is a 2023 Ford Ka in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C12 SWB, 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 3 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C12 SWB?

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What year was C12 SWB registered?

C12 SWB is a 2023 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 January 2023.

Is C12 SWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 SWB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C12 SWB have outstanding finance?

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