Ford Ka (2015)
2015 Ford Ka
CarHunch analysed 13,341 real MOT records for the 2015 Ford Ka. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2015 Ford Ka passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 83.1%, which is a modest plus, but there's a significant catch: 37.9% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above acceptable levels and a real concern for any prospective buyer. This suggests underlying reliability issues that the pass rate alone doesn't fully capture.
At just over 33,000 miles median mileage for a nine-year-old car, these Kas are lightly driven, which partly explains the decent pass rate—but don't be fooled by that. The average vehicle racks up 1.82 failures and 12.8 advisories per test, pointing to persistent wear items and minor faults that accumulate over time. Before you buy one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically flags suspension, braking, and structural corrosion, since the dangerous defect rate suggests these are problem areas on this generation.
What to check before buying a 2015 Ford Ka
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 37.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 13,336 | 83.1% | 1.82 |
| Other (0%) | 5 | 81.7% | 0.6 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Ford Ka vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2015 Ford Ka vehicles fall between 22,738 and 44,849 miles.
2015 Ford Ka — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 12,564 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2015 Ford Ka
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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49.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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48.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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39.5%
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
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34.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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29.1%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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27.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.4%
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015. Counts include advisories and failures.
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