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Ford KA

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

K42 TTYMOT history

K42 TTY is a white petrol Ford KA first used on 25 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 67,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

K42 TTY white Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
67,615 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K42 TTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K42 TTY was last recorded at 67,615 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 3,349 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,266 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,349 miles
Average per year
3,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,615 miles
  • 2025 – 64,266 miles
  • 2024 – 60,539 miles
  • 2023 – 57,129 miles
  • 2022 – 54,825 miles
  • 2021 – 50,576 miles
  • 2020 – 48,794 miles
  • 2019 – 45,409 miles
  • 2018 – 41,740 miles
  • 2017 – 37,856 miles
  • 2016 – 29,420 miles
  • 2015 – 22,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,615 miles
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes appear swollen under protective coatingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing/chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,615 miles (+3,349)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,615 miles
    Test number
    272764816528
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes appear swollen under protective coating

  2. Pass64,266 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    64,266 miles
    Test number
    128990477959
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing/chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes appear swollen under protective coating

  3. Fail64,266 miles (+3,727)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,266 miles
    Test number
    159836018557
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing/chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes appear swollen under protective coating

  4. Pass60,539 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    60,539 miles
    Test number
    664965873949
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner & outer edges 4mm centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail near engine mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle & spring seats (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail60,539 miles (+3,410)2 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,539 miles
    Test number
    856659454431
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner & outer edges 4mm centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail near engine mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle & spring seats (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass57,129 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,129 miles
    Test number
    924602082379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail57,129 miles (+2,304)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,129 miles
    Test number
    366990091719
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass54,825 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    54,825 miles
    Test number
    370733085051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  9. Fail54,823 miles (+52)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,823 miles
    Test number
    640473287843
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and rear joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  10. Fail54,771 miles (+4,195)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,771 miles
    Test number
    692264077928
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and rear joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both front (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass50,576 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,576 miles
    Test number
    379110738014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,721 miles (+927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    49,721 miles
    Test number
    626039161730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust showing signs of corrosion around joints

  13. Pass48,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,794 miles
    Test number
    833686423629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,790 miles (+3,381)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    999983778292
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass45,409 miles (+3,669)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    45,409 miles
    Test number
    257860591272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,740 miles (+154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    41,740 miles
    Test number
    366532972425
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail41,586 miles (+3,730)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,586 miles
    Test number
    356334406965
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass37,856 miles (+8,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    37,856 miles
    Test number
    763954599450
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on exhaust back box -not blowing at present

  19. Pass29,420 miles (+6,848)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    29,420 miles
    Test number
    355434138819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    22,572 miles
    Test number
    347946825079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K42 TTY

Does K42 TTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K42 TTY is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K42 TTY?
The MOT on K42 TTY is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K42 TTY done?
K42 TTY was recorded at 67,615 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 3,845 miles a year.
Has K42 TTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K42 TTY has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K42 TTY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K42 TTY find?
K42 TTY failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects and 8 advisories: offside outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 9 more.

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