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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,242 cc

K88 SMPMOT history

K88 SMP is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

K88 SMP silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,407 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 SMP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 SMP was last recorded at 97,407 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 8,872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,535 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,872 miles
Average per year
6,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,407 miles
  • 2025 – 88,535 miles
  • 2024 – 81,036 miles
  • 2023 – 80,440 miles
  • 2022 – 79,198 miles
  • 2021 – 77,487 miles
  • 2020 – 75,459 miles
  • 2019 – 71,735 miles
  • 2018 – 63,511 miles
  • 2017 – 51,480 miles
  • 2016 – 39,065 miles
  • 2015 – 28,376 miles
  • 2014 – 24,286 miles
  • 2013 – 19,718 miles
  • 2012 – 14,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,407 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,407 miles (+8,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,407 miles
    Test number
    789374989273
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass88,535 miles (+7,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,535 miles
    Test number
    311758688610
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass81,036 miles (+596)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,036 miles
    Test number
    431703102139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,440 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,440 miles
    Test number
    301843287222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,412 miles (+1,214)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,412 miles
    Test number
    412991807399
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass79,198 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,198 miles
    Test number
    372833035851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,487 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,487 miles
    Test number
    710023613113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail77,450 miles (+1,991)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,450 miles
    Test number
    782328957847
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass75,459 miles (+3,724)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,459 miles
    Test number
    555188920379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,735 miles (+8,224)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    71,735 miles
    Test number
    738782700567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,511 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,511 miles
    Test number
    913048210262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,509 miles (+12,029)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,509 miles
    Test number
    813209492190
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass51,480 miles (+12,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,480 miles
    Test number
    189222749750
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass39,065 miles (+10,689)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,065 miles
    Test number
    238977315869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,376 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,376 miles
    Test number
    428054605257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,375 miles (+4,089)3 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    888193705245
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust centre pipe to rear silencer clamp missing
    • NoteNearside wing mirror glass smashed
    • NoteOil leak from gear selector seal
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin split and corroded
    • NoteRear wiper torn

  17. Pass24,286 miles (+4,568)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,286 miles
    Test number
    527655174109
    • AdvisoryFront Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  18. Pass19,718 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    19,718 miles
    Test number
    576355073104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail19,718 miles (+4,769)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,718 miles
    Test number
    916525073183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass14,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    14,949 miles
    Test number
    146533772156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 SMP

Does K88 SMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 SMP is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 SMP?
The MOT on K88 SMP is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 SMP done?
K88 SMP was recorded at 97,407 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 6,016 miles a year.
Has K88 SMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 SMP has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on K88 SMP 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 K88 SMP find?
K88 SMP passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; rear axle corroded.

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