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CV56 YSM

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,401 mi
Last recorded75,401 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 YSM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 75,401 miles

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

general underside corrosion

Pass 8 Oct 2014 65,365 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 59,139 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut to offside front tyre not to cord

Pass 17 Oct 2012 52,523 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 47,666 miles

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

o.s.f tyre wereing thin on inside edge

Fail 28 Oct 2011 47,606 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

o.s.f tyre wereing thin on inside edge

Pass 21 Oct 2010 41,353 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 37,663 miles

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

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

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

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

dashboard illumination do not work

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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CV56 YSM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CV56 YSM, 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 CV56 YSM registered?

CV56 YSM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is CV56 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV56 YSM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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