Ford Ka +: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 4.9% of Ford Ka + MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2004, 2007 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 14,348 | 6.5% |
| 2004 | 19,279 | 6.8% |
| 2005 | 22,547 | 6.7% |
| 2006 | 27,460 | 6.6% |
| 2007 | 37,531 | 6.9% |
| 2008 | 46,259 | 6.6% |
| 2012 | 106,431 | 4.9% |
| 2017 | 72,332 | 3.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.