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AP06 LYJ

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,754 mi
Last recorded76,754 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP06 LYJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 76,754 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 68,797 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 61,946 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 61,937 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 53,102 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 46,163 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 22 Feb 2013 43,916 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 41,060 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 38,231 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 38,118 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 35,166 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 32,991 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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AP06 LYJ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AP06 LYJ, 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 AP06 LYJ registered?

AP06 LYJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is AP06 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP06 LYJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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