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DG56 EXM

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

86,971 mi
Last recorded86,971 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 EXM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Mar 2018 86,971 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper / wheel arch (6.1.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area and inner wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 79,785 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 79,785 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 74,075 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

unable to fully examine both rear seat belts due to child seats fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2016 74,075 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

unable to fully examine both rear seat belts due to child seats fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2015 67,366 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 60,102 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 56,099 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside front tyre is bald on the inner edge and worn close to the legal limit of tread

Fail 28 Jan 2013 56,099 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

offside front tyre is bald on the inner edge and worn close to the legal limit of tread

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 52,294 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 46,608 miles

front windscreen has a small crack in it top right hand side

nearside rear tyre has a small tear in the outer sidewall

Fail 27 Jan 2011 46,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front windscreen has a small crack in it top right hand side

nearside rear tyre has a small tear in the outer sidewall

Pass 12 Feb 2010 41,302 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 41,302 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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DG56 EXM is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DG56 EXM, 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 EXM registered?

DG56 EXM is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DG56 EXM safe to buy?

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