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BG06 LUJ

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

16,036 mi
Last recorded16,036 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 16,036 miles

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

general corrosion underbody

Pass 2 Sep 2024 16,005 miles

general corrosion under body

Fail 28 Aug 2024 15,977 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

general corrosion under body

Pass 22 Aug 2023 15,812 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 15,812 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 15,534 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 15,100 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 14,598 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 14,039 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 14,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 13,459 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 13,134 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 13,133 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 1 Sep 2016 12,621 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 11,924 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 11,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 10,890 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 9,834 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 8,317 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 7,451 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,486 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 5,614 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 LUJ 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 LUJ, 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 BG06 LUJ registered?

BG06 LUJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 May 2006.

Is BG06 LUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG06 LUJ 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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