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BD56 FOT

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,984 mi
Last recorded29,984 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 FOT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 29,984 miles

BOTH FRONT TOP MOUNTS WORN

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

EXHAUST CORRODED

FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS HEAVILY CORRODED

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH FRONT INNER WINGS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT FLOOR BOX SECTIONS HEAVILY CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILLS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S OUTER SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 29,984 miles

BOTH FRONT TOP MOUNTS WORN

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

EXHAUST CORRODED

FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS HEAVILY CORRODED

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH FRONT INNER WINGS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT FLOOR BOX SECTIONS HEAVILY CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILLS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S OUTER SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 29,411 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

power steering pipe corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2024 29,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Outer body sill corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

power steering pipe corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2023 28,662 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 27,905 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 27,286 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 26,606 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 25,840 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 24,719 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 23,568 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 22,097 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 20,539 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 18,461 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 16,327 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 13,984 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 11,843 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 9,485 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 7,234 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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BD56 FOT is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BD56 FOT, 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 BD56 FOT registered?

BD56 FOT is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 November 2006.

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