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BN56 BUH

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

60,977 mi
Last recorded60,977 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 BUH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 60,977 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing

Nearside Rear tyre perishing sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre wearing

both front floor pans corroding

Fail 2 Sep 2015 60,977 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre wearing

Nearside Rear tyre perishing sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre wearing

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

both front floor pans corroding

Pass 11 Sep 2014 53,606 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 53,605 miles

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake warning light on

Pass 22 Aug 2013 46,487 miles

Spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 4 Sep 2012 41,653 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 38,663 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 38,663 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 36,021 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 36,017 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 32,719 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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BN56 BUH is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BN56 BUH, 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 BN56 BUH registered?

BN56 BUH is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is BN56 BUH safe to buy?

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