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BL06 XWH

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,539 mi
Last recorded54,539 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL06 XWH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 54,539 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 51,107 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Upper one bulb inop

Offside Front Upper chassis to lower front crossmember weld broken/repair

Pass 23 Aug 2014 48,368 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 48,345 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 44,966 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

spare wheel carrier loose

Fail 9 Jul 2013 44,966 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 10 Jul 2012 41,362 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 36,341 miles

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

n/s/f lower wing slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2010 29,424 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 20,131 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 20,131 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XWH is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BL06 XWH, 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 XWH registered?

BL06 XWH is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 July 2006.

Is BL06 XWH safe to buy?

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