2005 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · GL05 PLX
2005 Ford KA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 36,288 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD KA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,288 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GL05 PLX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
- 36,288 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GL05 PLX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ford Ka (GL05 PLX) between May 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”.
GL05 PLX Mileage History
- 31/05/202432,710 mi
- 18/06/202533,767 mi+1,057 mi
- 26/06/202533,770 mi+3 mi
- 25/06/202636,285 mi+2,515 mi
- 15/07/202636,288 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 1,686 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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