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BP55 HXB

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,632 mi
Last recorded16,632 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP55 HXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 16,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

O/S/R and N/S/R corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2025 15,746 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 14,836 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 14,220 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion under vehicle n/s/f inner and rear inner

Pass 19 Jan 2022 13,797 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 13,398 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 13,389 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 13,008 miles

Coolant leak Light coolant staining on O/S of engine. ()

Slight play in O/S/F top mount.

Pass 18 Jan 2019 12,244 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 11,390 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 10,565 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 9,744 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 8,868 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 7,946 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 6,936 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 24 Jan 2012 5,980 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 4,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 4,967 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 4,030 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 3,237 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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BP55 HXB is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BP55 HXB, 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 BP55 HXB registered?

BP55 HXB is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is BP55 HXB safe to buy?

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