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BF56 VBP

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,689 mi
Last recorded81,689 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 VBP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 81,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing center tread lightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

bothside front machperson strut top mounting bush b/bearing rough.

Fail 11 Sep 2020 81,689 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb could be wrongly fitted. (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated very rough. (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pump leaking need investigate . (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing center tread lightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

bothside front machperson strut top mounting bush b/bearing rough.

Pass 27 Sep 2019 76,942 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 76,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 69,517 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 69,517 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 63,349 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 63,349 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 56,052 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 50,873 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 44,714 miles

n/s/r tyre cracing

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 30 Aug 2013 37,332 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 31,399 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 22,963 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 17,703 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 12,750 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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BF56 VBP is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BF56 VBP, 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 BF56 VBP registered?

BF56 VBP is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is BF56 VBP safe to buy?

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