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BD56 MGU

2006 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,969 mi
Last recorded31,969 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 MGU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 31,969 miles

Engine oil low

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 29,427 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 29,427 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 25,032 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 23,190 miles

Nearside Front power steering pipes corroding

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread pattern

Nearside Rear tyre cracking around inner edges on wall

Offside Rear tyre cracking around inner wall

Fail 2 Jan 2018 23,190 miles

Battery insecure strap been cut (1.9.1)

Nearside Front power steering pipes corroding

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread pattern

Nearside Rear tyre cracking around inner edges on wall

Offside Rear tyre cracking around inner wall

Pass 3 Dec 2016 22,262 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 20,355 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 18,606 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 18,606 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 16,775 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 14,788 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 12,295 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2010 10,258 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 7,936 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 MGU is a 2006 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MGU, 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 MGU registered?

BD56 MGU is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 December 2006.

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