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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,599 cc

S23 TKAMOT history

S23 TKA is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 3 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 65,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

S23 TKA silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
65,685 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 TKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 TKA was last recorded at 65,685 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,682 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,685 miles
  • 2025 – 63,160 miles
  • 2024 – 61,577 miles
  • 2023 – 59,428 miles
  • 2022 – 56,665 miles
  • 2021 – 53,135 miles
  • 2020 – 50,746 miles
  • 2019 – 47,048 miles
  • 2018 – 44,653 miles
  • 2017 – 39,863 miles
  • 2016 – 39,155 miles
  • 2015 – 37,723 miles
  • 2014 – 36,132 miles
  • 2013 – 34,485 miles
  • 2012 – 29,232 miles
  • 2011 – 22,710 miles
  • 2010 – 17,262 miles
  • 2009 – 12,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,685 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive underbody and various components covered in under sealer

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,685 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    65,685 miles
    Test number
    429199932114
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,682 miles (+2,522)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,682 miles
    Test number
    452839457838
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,160 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    63,160 miles
    Test number
    930003498468
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail63,157 miles (+1,580)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,157 miles
    Test number
    937624050990
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch / chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass61,577 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    61,577 miles
    Test number
    494606112003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underbody and various components covered in under sealer (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail61,577 miles (+2,149)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,577 miles
    Test number
    747281657982
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underbody and various components covered in under sealer (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass59,428 miles (+2,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,428 miles
    Test number
    947278026098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement advise replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread 3mm and starting to wear on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underbody and various components covered in under sealer (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass56,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    56,665 miles
    Test number
    365148544527
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail56,665 miles (+3,530)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,665 miles
    Test number
    230793819402
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass53,135 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    53,135 miles
    Test number
    758203976634
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail53,134 miles (+2,388)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,134 miles
    Test number
    447079169432
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass50,746 miles (+3,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    50,746 miles
    Test number
    816763511095
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass47,048 miles (+2,395)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    47,048 miles
    Test number
    200061695179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass44,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,653 miles
    Test number
    967305611266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail44,653 miles (+4,790)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,653 miles
    Test number
    272278644439
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass39,863 miles (+708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    39,863 miles
    Test number
    392604628226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass39,155 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,155 miles
    Test number
    253040751702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,723 miles (+1,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,723 miles
    Test number
    376037565167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass36,132 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,132 miles
    Test number
    306478984157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,485 miles (+5,253)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,485 miles
    Test number
    955394683185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,232 miles (+6,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,232 miles
    Test number
    769798842042
    • 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)

  22. Pass22,710 miles (+5,448)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,710 miles
    Test number
    178054361416
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to corrode

  23. Pass17,262 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    17,262 miles
    Test number
    771181360086
    • NoteSlight runout on nearside front tyre

  24. Fail17,262 miles (+4,946)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,262 miles
    Test number
    242680760098
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteSlight runout on nearside front tyre

  25. Pass12,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    12,316 miles
    Test number
    903448569035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 TKA

Does S23 TKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 TKA is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 TKA?
The MOT on S23 TKA is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 TKA done?
S23 TKA was recorded at 65,685 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,127 miles a year.
Has S23 TKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 TKA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S23 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 S23 TKA find?
S23 TKA passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; coil spring corroded all; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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