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DE56 GYT

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

34,017 mi
Last recorded34,017 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 34,017 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 4 Feb 2026 33,829 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 12 Feb 2025 27,732 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 27,667 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 20,511 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 17,661 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 15,281 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 13,253 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in nearside of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 12,268 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 11,824 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 11,180 miles

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened damage to inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 9,935 miles

both front and offside rear tyres tread cracking with age (no cords)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 8,359 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 7,459 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 7,459 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2013 6,956 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 6,956 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 6,435 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 5,998 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 5,562 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 4,929 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 4,849 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 4,849 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 GYT is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DE56 GYT, 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 GYT registered?

DE56 GYT is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 December 2006.

Is DE56 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 GYT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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