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DG56 WZK

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

74,194 mi
Last recorded74,194 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 74,194 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear lamp bulb holder damaged

Pass 4 Nov 2014 74,171 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2014 74,171 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre has cracking to side wall

Fail 8 Oct 2013 70,550 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 70,550 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 64,923 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking up on side walls

offside rear tyre cracking up on side walls

Fail 12 Oct 2012 64,923 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre cracking up on side walls

offside rear tyre cracking up on side walls

Pass 7 Oct 2011 58,566 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 50,019 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 33,852 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 5 Oct 2009 33,852 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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 WZK is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WZK, 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 WZK registered?

DG56 WZK is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 October 2006.

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