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BL06 MXM

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

139,571 mi
Last recorded139,571 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL06 MXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 139,571 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 135,371 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 131,210 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 131,202 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

ns wiper split but clears screen

Pass 3 Aug 2012 114,622 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 114,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 97,677 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 97,677 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 80,143 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 80,142 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 60,768 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 60,768 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BL06 MXM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 BL06 MXM, 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 BL06 MXM registered?

BL06 MXM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2006.

Is BL06 MXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL06 MXM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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