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BN56 EVW

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

79,785 mi
Last recorded79,785 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 EVW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2023 79,785 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission reverse light switch broken off (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2022

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective x 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 78,079 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill front and rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 73,073 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 67,959 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 63,237 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 57,594 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 57,560 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 51,149 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 45,132 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 38,973 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 33,721 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 33,721 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 28,926 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 24,380 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 18,741 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 14,187 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 EVW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BN56 EVW, 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 EVW registered?

BN56 EVW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BN56 EVW safe to buy?

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