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BJ06 RVP

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

77,165 mi
Last recorded77,165 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 RVP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Feb 2020 77,165 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall cracked and can see cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced fuel cap on body corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 69,849 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 69,847 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected corrosion to o/s outter and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2018 62,191 miles

Offside Rear inner & outer sill covered heavily with sealant

Fail 25 Feb 2018 62,191 miles

Offside Rear inner & outer sill covered heavily with sealant

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2017 58,183 miles

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

Inner and outer sill corrosion

Rear tyres perishing

Underbody corrosion

Fail 9 May 2017 58,095 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Inner and outer sill corrosion

Rear tyres perishing

Underbody corrosion

Pass 4 May 2016 50,780 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 47,437 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 45,166 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 42,150 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 42,150 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2012 39,282 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 36,315 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 33,282 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 29,388 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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BJ06 RVP is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BJ06 RVP, 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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BJ06 RVP is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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