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EA56 SHZ

2006 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,892 mi
Last recorded51,892 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 SHZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 51,892 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 51,824 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 46,836 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2017 46,819 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 43,059 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 41,316 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 39,018 miles

Front front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 16 Dec 2013 39,018 miles

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

Front front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 35,819 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 31,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 24,949 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 18,002 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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EA56 SHZ is a 2006 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EA56 SHZ, 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 EA56 SHZ registered?

EA56 SHZ is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is EA56 SHZ safe to buy?

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