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DE56 BUJ

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

69,009 mi
Last recorded69,009 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 BUJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 69,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 69,008 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (3.3.A.2)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 60,501 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 60,501 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 52,443 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2014 52,443 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 43,842 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 43,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 33,960 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 29,344 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 22,613 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 17,317 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 17,317 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DE56 BUJ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE56 BUJ, 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 DE56 BUJ registered?

DE56 BUJ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 October 2006.

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