2011 Ford Ka: petrol or diesel?
Petrol, diesel and hybrid versions go wrong in different ways, so each has its own figures from the MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Pick the one you’re looking at: the fuel is on the logbook and in the car’s MOT history.
Hybrid versions had too few MOTs for figures of their own, or weren’t sold.
Known faults on every 2011 Ford Ka
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
- All engines
Worn clutch and gearbox from town driving
A life of town driving wears the clutch, and notchy gear changes can mean an abused gearbox.
At the viewing: Accelerate in a high gear to check the clutch doesn't slip, and try every gear.
If it needs doing: Clutch replacement, about £250–£600. ClickMechanic
- All engines
Poor accident repairs and rust
Scraped bumpers are common, and cheap accident repairs can rust.
At the viewing: Look along the panels for mismatched paint, uneven gaps and bubbling.
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Other years
Every year of the Ford Ka compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 29,573 | Tyres 22% |
| 2018 | 32,374 | Tyres 26% |
| 2017 | 39,407 | Tyres 28% |
| 2016 | 24,616 | Suspension 30% |
| 2015 | 39,151 | Suspension 42% |
| 2014 | 54,668 | Suspension 42% |
| 2013 | 54,756 | Suspension 47% |
| 2012 | 49,856 | Suspension 51% |
| 2010 | 53,601 | Suspension 55% |
| 2009 | 51,115 | Suspension 56% |
| 2008 | 15,261 | Suspension 55% |
| 2007 | 12,084 | Suspension 57% |
| 2006 | 8,730 | Suspension 56% |
| 2005 | 7,239 | Suspension 54% |
| 2004 | 6,018 | Suspension 53% |
| 2003 | 4,498 | Suspension 56% |
| 2002 | 2,673 | Suspension 61% |
| 2001 | 1,387 | Suspension 61% |
| 2000 | 612 | Suspension 54% |
| 1999 | 409 | Suspension 50% |
| 1998 | 253 | Suspension 53% |
| 1997 | 145 | Suspension 39% |
| 1996 | – | Too few tests |