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BG06 LUE

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

36,517 mi
Last recorded36,517 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG06 LUE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2026 36,517 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front and rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

strong smell of fuel around tank area no visible leaks

Pass 21 Aug 2025 33,288 miles

Both rear inner sills slightly corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2025 33,288 miles

Both rear inner sills slightly corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 31,649 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

general corrosion to underside

Pass 19 Oct 2023 29,795 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 28,027 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 28,013 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 26,332 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 26,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 23,602 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both outer and inner sills at rear corroded

Fail 6 Oct 2020 23,602 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both outer and inner sills at rear corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2019 17,488 miles

both outer sills at rear corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2018 12,675 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 12,205 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 11,282 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 9,837 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 8,267 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 6,844 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 5,251 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 3,811 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 3,214 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 2,716 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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BG06 LUE is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BG06 LUE, 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 BG06 LUE registered?

BG06 LUE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 May 2006.

Is BG06 LUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG06 LUE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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