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EA55 LXW

2006 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,151 mi
Last recorded90,151 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 LXW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Feb 2018 90,151 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill to floor (5.2.6)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors both sides (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 84,680 miles

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear front arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted to vehicle

Fail 23 Jan 2017 84,680 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both outer sill area N/S and O/S (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 78,842 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 76,514 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 76,514 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 75,252 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 75,252 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 70,785 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 60,610 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 52,321 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 42,771 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 32,104 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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EA55 LXW is a 2006 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EA55 LXW, 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

How do I check the history of EA55 LXW?

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What year was EA55 LXW registered?

EA55 LXW is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is EA55 LXW safe to buy?

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