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AU56 HJZ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2021
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,679 mi
Last recorded88,679 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 HJZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2021 88,679 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction air fresheners (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust system insecure clamp loose and mount broken on middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sills and around arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sills and around arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both, nearside wiper is too small (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer around fuel cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 77,378 miles

covered in underseal

small chip windscreen

Pass 16 Feb 2019 72,566 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

small chip/crack outside zone a of windscreen

underside covered in under seal

Fail 15 Feb 2019 72,564 miles

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

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

small chip/crack outside zone a of windscreen

underside covered in under seal

Pass 12 Oct 2017 71,059 miles

Body has slight corrosion both sills show slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 70,530 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Oct 2016 70,530 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 66,441 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 66,441 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2014 63,024 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 63,024 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 56,964 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 56,964 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 47,521 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 47,521 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 39,710 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 39,710 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 28,915 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 20,789 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 18,744 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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AU56 HJZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AU56 HJZ, 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 AU56 HJZ registered?

AU56 HJZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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