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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,599 cc

S16 TKAMOT history

S16 TKA is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 21 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 84,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2021.

S16 TKA blue Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2021
Mileage
84,384 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 TKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

S16 TKA was last recorded at 84,384 miles on 23 Nov 2021, 2,736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,648 miles · 28 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,736 miles
Average per year
3,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 84,384 miles
  • 2020 – 81,648 miles
  • 2019 – 79,420 miles
  • 2018 – 75,507 miles
  • 2017 – 71,228 miles
  • 2016 – 66,650 miles
  • 2015 – 62,414 miles
  • 2014 – 57,765 miles
  • 2013 – 53,890 miles
  • 2012 – 50,571 miles
  • 2011 – 46,667 miles
  • 2010 – 41,823 miles
  • 2009 – 37,263 miles
  • 2008 – 33,230 miles
  • 2007 – 28,922 miles
  • 2006 – 25,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,384 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorObligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel binding
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel binding
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Coil spring corroded all round

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail84,384 miles (+2,736)1 dangerous7 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,384 miles
    Test number
    415223116559
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorObligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel binding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath

  2. Pass81,648 miles (+2,228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,648 miles
    Test number
    896908950387
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass79,420 miles (+3,913)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,420 miles
    Test number
    187448526117
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded

  4. Pass75,507 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,507 miles
    Test number
    983850025983
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail75,502 miles (+4,274)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,502 miles
    Test number
    957217299016
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass71,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    323517142893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,228 miles (+4,578)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    498131256847
    • FailureFront Inner Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing top strut mount (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass66,650 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,650 miles
    Test number
    291162704611
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail66,650 miles (+4,236)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,650 miles
    Test number
    300910755291
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass62,414 miles (+4,649)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,414 miles
    Test number
    601998379666
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre cracking but not showing cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass57,765 miles (+3,875)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,765 miles
    Test number
    928114524307
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  12. Pass53,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,890 miles
    Test number
    615330123323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,890 miles (+3,319)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,890 miles
    Test number
    577470923305
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass50,571 miles (+3,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,571 miles
    Test number
    555442822328
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass46,667 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    46,667 miles
    Test number
    186359121349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Fail46,612 miles (+4,789)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,612 miles
    Test number
    289273421369
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass41,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,823 miles
    Test number
    460844220480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,823 miles (+4,560)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,823 miles
    Test number
    680034720334
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass37,263 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,263 miles
    Test number
    673388429390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,261 miles (+4,031)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,261 miles
    Test number
    953565329393
    • FailureFront Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass33,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    721739528387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,230 miles (+4,308)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    454909128466
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass28,922 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,922 miles
    Test number
    723897027331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,500 miles
    Test number
    904521236338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,500 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,500 miles
    Test number
    514701736352
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about S16 TKA

Does S16 TKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S16 TKA expired on 27 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S16 TKA?
The MOT on S16 TKA expired on 27 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S16 TKA done?
S16 TKA was recorded at 84,384 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2021, an average of 3,928 miles a year.
Has S16 TKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 TKA has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S16 TKA 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 S16 TKA find?
S16 TKA failed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 18 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; fuel tank leaking, and 23 more.

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