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DK56 UBD

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

101,051 mi
Last recorded101,051 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 UBD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 101,051 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 101,051 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 93,466 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

tested in wet conditions

Fail 24 May 2018 93,466 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

tested in wet conditions

Pass 26 May 2017 85,854 miles

Front floor sections corroding

Nearside Rear wish bone rear bush splitting

Offside Front wish bone rear bush splitting

fuel filler area corroding

Fail 25 May 2017 85,854 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings upper wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Front floor sections corroding

Nearside Rear wish bone rear bush splitting

Offside Front wish bone rear bush splitting

fuel filler area corroding

Pass 27 May 2016 77,787 miles

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

corrosion forming on underside and components

Fail 27 May 2016 77,787 miles

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

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

corrosion forming on underside and components

Pass 21 May 2015 69,578 miles

Exhaust System Rusty

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

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

Fail 21 May 2015 69,578 miles

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

Exhaust System Rusty

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

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

Pass 23 May 2014 60,210 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 May 2013 51,371 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2013 51,371 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2012 42,937 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2012 42,937 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 34,938 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 34,938 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 32,158 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 25,307 miles

hand brake travel

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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DK56 UBD is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 DK56 UBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK56 UBD registered?

DK56 UBD is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is DK56 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK56 UBD shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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