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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

K88 USKMOT history

K88 USK is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 28 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 74,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

K88 USK red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
74,373 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 USK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 USK was last recorded at 74,373 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 3,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,619 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,754 miles
Average per year
5,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,373 miles
  • 2025 – 70,619 miles
  • 2024 – 68,824 miles
  • 2023 – 61,957 miles
  • 2022 – 61,665 miles
  • 2021 – 29,518 miles
  • 2020 – 28,263 miles
  • 2019 – 25,620 miles
  • 2018 – 21,988 miles
  • 2015 – 8,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,373 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/r14 82t (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,373 miles (+3,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    74,373 miles
    Test number
    427001195380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/r14 82t (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass70,619 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    70,619 miles
    Test number
    650474552297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,824 miles (+6,867)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,824 miles
    Test number
    257490773312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,957 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,957 miles
    Test number
    327545279635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail61,957 miles (+292)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,957 miles
    Test number
    341642301776
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass61,665 miles (+10,000)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    61,665 miles
    Test number
    700719914237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail51,665 miles (+22,147)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,665 miles
    Test number
    309839334361
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass29,518 miles (+1,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    29,518 miles
    Test number
    895520853654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass28,263 miles (+2,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,263 miles
    Test number
    386294510299
    • AdvisorySlight blow from back box

  10. Pass25,620 miles (+3,632)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    25,620 miles
    Test number
    348842722675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated and slight blow

  11. Pass21,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    21,988 miles
    Test number
    459984790359
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  12. Pass29,216 km (+7,096)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    29,216 km
    Test number
    132611833624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,120 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    22,120 km
    Test number
    767226391139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass8,850 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    8,850 miles
    Test number
    565092515026
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about K88 USK

Does K88 USK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 USK is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 USK?
The MOT on K88 USK is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 USK done?
K88 USK was recorded at 74,373 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 5,593 miles a year.
Has K88 USK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 USK has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K88 USK 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 USK find?
K88 USK passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/r14 82t; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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