Ford KA MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

26.0%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Ford KA vehicles
Based on 318,624 MOT tests
2.0pp below the UK average (28%)

Ford KA in this age bracket has a 26.0% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Ford KA are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 4.8%
Lamps & Electrics 4.2%
Tyres 2.6%
Brakes 2.6%
Visibility 2.4%
Body & Chassis 1.1%
Steering 0.4%

How Does This Compare?

Ford KA MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.1% 16,611 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 12.5% 115,550 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 26.0% 318,624 Suspension
11-15 years 41.4% 300,154 Suspension
15+ years 51.5% 69,176 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Ford KA reliable?

6-10-year-old Ford KA vehicles have a 26.0% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Ford KA?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 4.8% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 4.2% failure risk
  • Tyres — 2.6% failure risk

How can I prepare my Ford KA for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Ford KA, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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