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BD56 MKZ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,375 mi
Last recorded59,375 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 MKZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 59,375 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,081 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 55,064 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 45,208 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 41,800 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 41,800 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 38,919 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 38,919 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 33,913 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 33,913 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,906 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 21,706 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 19,034 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 19,022 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 18,570 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Dec 2009 18,570 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 MKZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MKZ, 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

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What year was BD56 MKZ registered?

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

Is BD56 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 MKZ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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