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DG56 DDK

2006 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

61,181 mi
Last recorded61,181 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 DDK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 61,181 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 61,165 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Oct 2023 57,350 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 54,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 50,005 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 49,976 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill....... (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 41,925 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive footwell to inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill in front of rear wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 41,925 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive footwell to inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill in front of rear wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 38,917 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 35,022 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 30,643 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 29,304 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 26,636 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 23,581 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 23,579 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 20,744 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 17,702 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Aug 2011 14,224 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 11,475 miles

front brake pads appear low.

both front tyres wearing on edges. front to rear tyres different sizes.

Fail 18 Sep 2010 11,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on edges. front to rear tyres different sizes.

front brake pads appear low.

Pass 21 Aug 2009 8,257 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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DG56 DDK is a 2006 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DG56 DDK, 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 DG56 DDK registered?

DG56 DDK is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is DG56 DDK safe to buy?

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