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AU56 UBM

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,330 mi
Last recorded30,330 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 UBM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 30,330 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 29,890 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 29,592 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 29,135 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 28,691 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 28,242 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 27,823 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 27,327 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 26,908 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 26,471 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 26,033 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 25,438 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 25,438 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 24,108 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 22,780 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 20,597 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 18,911 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 18,589 miles

n/s/f tyre on 3mm

Pass 1 Sep 2009 14,319 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 UBM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AU56 UBM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU56 UBM?

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What year was AU56 UBM registered?

AU56 UBM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AU56 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 UBM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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