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EA56 YMD

2006 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,109 mi
Last recorded63,109 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Ford Ka42,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 YMD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 63,109 miles

advise off side rear lens damaged

Fail 11 Oct 2023 63,109 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 53,760 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 53,753 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant level low

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 44,616 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Oct 2020 37,959 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Oct 2019 35,602 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 35,339 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 35,202 miles

Nearside Front spare tyre cracked and perished

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Oct 2016 35,079 miles

Front near and offside tyres perished/cracking

Front wiper blades smearing screen

Rear offside tyre and spare tyre perished/cracked

Pass 22 Oct 2015 34,938 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,785 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 34,529 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 34,521 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 34,362 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Oct 2011 34,273 miles

near and offside rear tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Fail 17 Oct 2011 34,273 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

near and offside rear tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 22 Oct 2010 34,189 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 34,085 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 34,085 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

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 YMD 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 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 YMD, 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 EA56 YMD registered?

EA56 YMD is a 2006 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is EA56 YMD safe to buy?

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