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DU56 DCF

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,335 mi
Last recorded71,335 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 DCF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 71,335 miles

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

Nearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 71,323 miles

Front disc slightly pitted

Front number plate slightly faded

Fail 9 Nov 2016 71,321 miles

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

Front disc slightly pitted

Front number plate slightly faded

Pass 19 Sep 2014 63,670 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 63,670 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 58,978 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2013 58,977 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 56,097 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 56,096 miles

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

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2011 53,651 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 47,424 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 37,946 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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DU56 DCF is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DU56 DCF, 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 DU56 DCF registered?

DU56 DCF is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 September 2006.

Is DU56 DCF safe to buy?

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