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BK06 XSH

2006 Ford Ka

Pink Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,090 mi
Last recorded72,090 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 XSH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2018 72,090 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Engine oil level low.

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 68,535 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 53,812 miles

both rear tyres feathering

Fail 26 Oct 2016 53,812 miles

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

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

both rear tyres feathering

Pass 26 Oct 2015 40,750 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 28,463 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 28,463 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 26,426 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 23,534 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 23,534 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 21,721 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 18,784 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,976 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 7,665 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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BK06 XSH is a 2006 Ford Ka in Pink with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BK06 XSH, 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 BK06 XSH registered?

BK06 XSH is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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