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BV56 XWG

2006 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,491 mi
Last recorded45,491 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XWG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 45,491 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front lower chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front lower floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal offside rear lower outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front & nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 45,491 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged sensor wire is insecure (mounting clip is missing) (1.6 (d))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts ABS sensor wire is insecure (mounting clip is missing) (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front lower chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front lower floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal offside rear lower outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front & nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 40,325 miles

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front inner wheel arch/sub-frame mount areas (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre nail in tread

Fail 29 Aug 2017 40,323 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

engine oil & coolant levels are low

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front inner wheel arch/sub-frame mount areas (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre nail in tread

Pass 8 Sep 2016 32,041 miles

both sides front lower sub-frame mount areas are corroded

offside rear lower outer sill is corroded

Fail 7 Sep 2016 32,040 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

both sides front lower sub-frame mount areas are corroded

offside rear lower outer sill is corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2015 27,047 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in sidewall of tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2014 25,840 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 25,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 24,572 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 10 Sep 2012 22,893 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 20,546 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 18,591 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 15,444 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 XWG is a 2006 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XWG, 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 XWG registered?

BV56 XWG is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is BV56 XWG safe to buy?

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