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DS06 BXV

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,519 mi
Last recorded28,519 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS06 BXV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 28,519 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 27,801 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 27,038 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 27,038 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired chassis/out rigger area corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2022 26,157 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 26,157 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 24,950 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 23,777 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 23,777 miles

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 21,126 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2018 19,367 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 18,227 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 16,890 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 15,552 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 14,043 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 12,984 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,835 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 10,960 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 9,922 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 8,097 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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DS06 BXV is a 2006 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DS06 BXV, 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 DS06 BXV registered?

DS06 BXV is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is DS06 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS06 BXV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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