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BK56 VBL

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,322 mi
Last recorded37,322 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 VBL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 37,322 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2015 36,200 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 35,062 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 33,538 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 33,538 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 32,654 miles

front brske discs worn

Pass 7 Sep 2011 29,770 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 26,776 miles

o/s/r n/s/r tyres perishing n/s/f wing repeater lamp cracked corrosion exhaust

Pass 10 Sep 2009 22,205 miles

surface corrosion exhaust front brake discs ridged o/s/f n/s/f lower arm inner rear bushes starting to split

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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BK56 VBL is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BK56 VBL, 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 BK56 VBL registered?

BK56 VBL is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is BK56 VBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 VBL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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