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BT56 EVD

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

68,727 mi
Last recorded68,727 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 EVD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2020 68,727 miles

Coolant leak thermostat ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2020 68,727 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Coolant leak thermostat ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 62,787 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 62,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 56,412 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 50,800 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 May 2017 50,800 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 May 2017 50,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 44,747 miles

Front Tyres worn smooth on inner edges

Pass 2 Jan 2015 42,424 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 42,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 36,524 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 30,872 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 30,872 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 27,074 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 21,313 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 16,235 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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BT56 EVD is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 BT56 EVD, 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 BT56 EVD registered?

BT56 EVD is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 December 2006.

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