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AF56 UCV

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,273 mi
Last recorded91,273 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 UCV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 91,273 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 91,270 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 87,948 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2019 87,946 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 82,817 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 82,817 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside and nearside fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 61,395 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Oct 2017 61,395 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 36,150 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 33,780 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 33,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 30,518 miles

both front tyres getting low

Fail 2 Nov 2011 25,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 25,887 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 20,718 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 15,847 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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AF56 UCV is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2006 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 42,791 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF56 UCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF56 UCV registered?

AF56 UCV is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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