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BT06 ELW

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,365 mi
Last recorded30,365 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 ELW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 30,365 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 28,208 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 26,962 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 26,150 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 26,150 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 25,603 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 25,126 miles

off side rear tyre has slight cracking on side wall

Pass 18 Oct 2013 24,209 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 23,548 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 22,372 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 21,031 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 21,031 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

ns wishbone bush split

Pass 12 Aug 2009 18,613 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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BT06 ELW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BT06 ELW, 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 BT06 ELW registered?

BT06 ELW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is BT06 ELW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT06 ELW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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