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BV56 NPE

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,656 mi
Last recorded23,656 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 23,656 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 23,655 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush Axle beam (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Wishbone (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 19,961 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 17,581 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 15,720 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 12,802 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 12,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 10,693 miles

battery insecure

nearside rear suspension top mount worn - some free movement

nearside rear tyre poor condition - BORDERLINE PASS

offside rear tyre poor condition

Fail 28 Feb 2012 10,676 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

battery insecure

front wipers starting to smear - BORDERLINE PASS

nearside front tyre poor condition

nearside rear suspension top mount worn - some free movement

nearside rear tyre poor condition - BORDERLINE PASS

offside front tyre poor condition

offside rear tyre poor condition

Pass 18 Feb 2011 8,552 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

rear wiper blade

Pass 3 Sep 2009 8,088 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 NPE 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 NPE, 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 BV56 NPE registered?

BV56 NPE is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is BV56 NPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV56 NPE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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