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AV56 HNJ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

69,026 mi
Last recorded69,026 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 HNJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 69,026 miles

Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sills corroded both sides

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front And Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle has been under sealed

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front And Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 69,021 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear vehicle underbody corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 56,914 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2024 56,914 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 46,667 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear General corrosion

Pass 27 Sep 2022 45,805 miles

front brake discs worn

various metal brake pipes corroded

various underside corrosion

Fail 27 Sep 2022 45,805 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front brake discs worn

various metal brake pipes corroded

various underside corrosion

Pass 6 Oct 2021 45,410 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Front & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underside Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Door Mirror Insecure

Fail 27 Sep 2021 45,399 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Front & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underside Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Door Mirror Insecure

Pass 9 Sep 2020 45,010 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 44,009 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 43,140 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 42,200 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 40,140 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 38,838 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2015 38,838 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 37,928 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 23 Sep 2013 36,302 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 34,618 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 32,494 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 29,040 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 25,257 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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AV56 HNJ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AV56 HNJ, 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 AV56 HNJ registered?

AV56 HNJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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The MOT history for AV56 HNJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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