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J31 DBN

2023 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,652 mi
Last recorded30,652 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 DBN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2023
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2026 30,652 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2026 15,005 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 25,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 22,558 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 19,977 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 16,051 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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J31 DBN is a 2023 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J31 DBN, 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

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What year was J31 DBN registered?

J31 DBN is a 2023 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 January 2023.

Is J31 DBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J31 DBN shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J31 DBN have outstanding finance?

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