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BV56 NKX

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,570 mi
Last recorded63,570 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 NKX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2018 63,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Axel front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 55,124 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit innerwall worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 43,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 29,040 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 29,040 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 23,715 miles

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

Offside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2012 21,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 21,326 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 14,824 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 10,194 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 8,598 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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BV56 NKX 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 72.7%.

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 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 BV56 NKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV56 NKX registered?

BV56 NKX is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is BV56 NKX safe to buy?

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