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DE56 BUV

2006 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

61,004 mi
Last recorded61,004 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 BUV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 61,004 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Fail 20 Apr 2017 61,004 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 57,764 miles

N/S/R tyre cracked

Fail 13 Apr 2016 57,764 miles

N/S/R tyre cracked

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

Pass 6 May 2015 55,208 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 55,208 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 50,481 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 38,833 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 38,833 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside rear tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

Pass 15 Feb 2012 33,672 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 33,647 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 30,924 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 24,029 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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DE56 BUV is a 2006 Ford Ka in Green 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 BUV, 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 BUV registered?

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

Is DE56 BUV safe to buy?

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