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CX56 YPM

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

41,649 mi
Last recorded41,649 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX56 YPM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 41,649 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 39,871 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 37,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 35,664 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and N/S/R (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion around fuel cap area

Fail 22 Sep 2022 35,661 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corrosion to rear of sill/inner sill inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corrosion to rear of sill/inner sill inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Obstruction to drivers view removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn smooth inside edge ,close to limit below 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn smooth inside edge ,close to limit ,below 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 33,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 32,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 32,443 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 29,690 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 28,597 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 27,681 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 25,900 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 24,388 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 23,141 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 23,141 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 20,372 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 17,530 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 14,268 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 11,187 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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CX56 YPM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 CX56 YPM, 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 CX56 YPM registered?

CX56 YPM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 September 2006.

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