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AY55 KLS

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,009 mi
Last recorded54,009 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 KLS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 54,009 miles

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

Central Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 53,993 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not in right (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Central Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 52,136 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 52,136 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 50,994 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 50,938 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 40,517 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 40,517 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 36,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has cut in side wall.

Offside Front Tyre tread low on inner edge.

Offside Front Tyre tread low on inner edge.

Fail 17 May 2018 36,129 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has cut in side wall.

Offside Front Tyre tread low on inner edge.

Offside Front Tyre tread low on inner edge.

Pass 12 May 2017 30,964 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 28,803 miles

coolant level low

engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2015 28,690 miles

Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes are starting to de-bond

Pass 10 Apr 2014 26,181 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 22,590 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 19,438 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 18,961 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 17,836 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 16,880 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 16,880 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 15,691 miles

slight weap from clutch hydraulic pipe

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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AY55 KLS is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AY55 KLS, 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 AY55 KLS registered?

AY55 KLS is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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